{"id":81,"date":"2020-05-23T19:44:38","date_gmt":"2020-05-23T19:44:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/?p=81"},"modified":"2020-06-29T19:46:16","modified_gmt":"2020-06-29T19:46:16","slug":"dr-shelley-shults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/23\/dr-shelley-shults\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Help You Sleep and Avoid Pandemic-Related Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_164772747__1590810205_64460.jpg\" alt=\"a young individual awake at 2:08 a.m. because of stress \" class=\"wp-image-82\" width=\"346\" height=\"231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_164772747__1590810205_64460.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_164772747__1590810205_64460-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_164772747__1590810205_64460-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/AdobeStock_164772747__1590810205_64460-640x427.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you have never been sick as a result of COVID-19,\nthis highly infectious virus is having an impact on every person around the\nworld. From reformatting the way you work to making a face mask a part of your\ndaily attire, this pandemic is causing stress, anxiety, and worry, all of which\ncan result in chronic fatigue because of lack of sleep. But what can you do\nwhen there\u2019s no definitive answer as to when the virus will no longer be a\nthreat? A sleep dentist in Powell provides a few tips to help you start getting\nbetter sleep and worry less about a COVID-19 future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nMaintain a Normal Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if it seems impossible because you want to catch as\nmuch of the news as possible to stay abreast of what\u2019s happening throughout the\nworld, it is important that you stick to a normal schedule. This means waking\nup and going to bed at the same time every day. Napping can throw you off your\nroutine if you\u2019re not careful, so try to minimize the number or length of your\nnap as much as possible. By sticking a regular schedule, your body will be less\nlikely to experience difficulty functioning throughout the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nLimit Your Caffeine and Alcohol Consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress can often cause a person to desire an alcoholic or\ncaffeinated beverage. If you tend to reach for a bottle of wine or a cup of\ncoffee to \u201cdetox\u201d from a difficult day, try to avoid doing this moving forward.\nWhy? Because caffeine and alcohol will not provide positive results. In fact,\ncoffee or soda can make you more antsy, not allowing you to fully relax.\nAlcohol may help you fall asleep, but take note, it will not be a restful\nnight. Instead, depending on how much you drink, you may wake up with a\npounding headache and horrible hangover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nAvoid Technology of Any Kind Before Bed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is no secret that cell phones, televisions, tablets, and\nall other electronics can cause you to experience difficulty sleeping. The blue\nlight that is emitted from these devices suppresses melatonin, which is vital\nto ensuring a healthy sleep cycle. While it may be difficult, especially if you\nare stressing about what is happening concerning the pandemic, try to turn off\nany electronic device at least 90 minutes before you go to bed. This will allow\nyour body and brain to slow down and prepare for a healthy night\u2019s rest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nRemember All the Goods Things Happening in Your\nLife<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>COVID-19 might have you thinking non-stop about all the bad\nthings that can potentially happen as a result of this virus, but it is\nimportant that you take the time to remember all the good instead. It\u2019s not\neasy waking up each day realizing that the \u201cnew normal\u201d requires wearing a mask\nand avoiding contact with those you love, but if you focus instead on the\npositives, this will improve your mood and decrease your anxiety levels.\nWhether it is spending time on a new hobby, calling a friend or family member,\nor exercising to improve your health, these can help you refocus your attention\non all the goods things in your life. As a result, this positive mindset will\ncarry over into your dreams, allowing you to remain in a deep cycle of sleep\nand wake refreshed in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing stress isn\u2019t always easy, but if you try the\nfollowing above and continue to experience issues, contact your sleep dentist\nin Powell to discuss treatment options that will help you get the rest you need\nand deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><br>Dr. Shelley Shults understands the toll stress can take on the mind and body. As she works to help individuals get the rest they need to successfully function every day, a pandemic like COVID-19 can cause even those without regular sleep issues to lie awake at night. Whether you or someone you love is having difficulty sleeping throughout the night because of worry and stress, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.powelldentalsleepsolutions.com\/contact-powell-sleep-apnea-dentist.html\">contact us<\/a> at <strong>(614) 396-9310<\/strong>, and let us help you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even if you have never been sick as a result of COVID-19, this highly infectious virus is having an impact on every person around the world. 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