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Checklist For Better Sleep

Some sleep experts recommend that sleep hygiene issues be attended to as one component of treatment for poor sleep. This sleep hygiene worksheet is in a checklist format and allows clients to assess how well they are setting the conditions for a good night of sleep.

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Introduction & Theoretical Background

This worksheet includes a tick-box approach for clients to assess how well they are setting the conditions for sleep. It can be used as a self-assessment tool for clients, or as a discussion point in therapy. This worksheets covers essential points of good sleep hygeine including diet, exercise, and sleep habits.

Therapist Guidance

This is a Psychology Tools information handout. Suggested uses include:
  • Client handout - use as a psychoeducation resource
  • Discussion point - use to provoke a discussion and explore client beliefs
  • Therapist learning tool - improve your familiarity with a psychological construct
  • Teaching resource - use as a learning tool during training