If you are having problems falling or staying asleep, you are not alone! Two-thirds of Americans have sleep problems. However, help is on the way! One sure fired way to zero in on what’s happening is to document your sleep in the NSF Interactive Sleep Diary. Completing this diary each day for one or two weeks will help you identify patterns or conditions that might be preventing you from getting the sleep that you deserve.
Three Easy Steps to Using the NSF Interactive Sleep Diary
1. Click here to find the Interactive Sleep Diary on the National Sleep Foundation website.
2. Complete the diary for seven or fourteen consecutive days. Then click on the "submit" button to receive an analysis of your sleep habits. See if you notice any patterns or practices that may be contributing to your sleep problems.
3. Discuss them with your health care provider. You can print the completed form, or e-mail it to your doctor's office.
