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Research has demonstrated that up to 40 per cent of children experience sleep problems. This number increases in children with a diagnosis such as ADHD or autism. The types of sleep problems that children commonly experience are varied but typically include difficulties getting to sleep, challenges staying asleep, reduced sleep duration, daytime sleepiness, and bedtime resistance.

More women suffer from insomnia than men and incidences increase dramatically in 65 year-olds and over.

Most of us have suffered from colds, flus, painful conditions, injuries, etc, at some point, which keep us awake at night or disrupt our sleep, which can result in feeling tired the next day, but at least in those cases we know the reason. Some people are suffering from constant tiredness, lack of energy, and fatigue, and they do not know why. If you think you are one of these people, talk to your GP.

1. Set the scene for sleep. Children spend half their time in bed so it is important that their sleeping area is suitable. They will be more likely to want to go to bed if their bedroom is cosy and inviting. Aim to create a bright, cheerful and attractive space. A messy or cluttered room is not conducive to rest. Smaller children will need help to keep their rooms tidy but this guided cleaning will pay dividents in the long run.

Undoubtedly there is a noticeable increase in stress, anxiety, fear and worry in Irish society. Psychologist and clinical hypnotherapist Amanda Walsh employs the most effective and evidenced based therapeutic interventions available today in the field of psychology and psychotherapy, working with these issues at Northwest Therapy and Hypnosis.