Sleep Hygiene

Sleep Hygiene offers insights into key lifestyle adjustments recommended by sleep specialists to promote better sleep, tailored for clients with PTSD. Taken from the Psychology Tools For Overcoming PTSD audio collection. 

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Audio track (MP3)

A therapy audio track designed for skills development.

Audio script (PDF)

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Overview

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that develops in response to traumatic experiences, resulting in symptoms including such as flashbacks, hypervigilance, and a current sense of threat. The Psychology Tools For Overcoming PTSD Audio Collection offers a structured series of exercises designed to help clients manage these symptoms effectively.

This resource provides practical guidance on creating good sleep habits, specifically for individuals experiencing PTSD. It outlines both effective practices to adopt and common pitfalls to avoid, helping clients rebuild healthier sleep patterns without relying on alcohol or non-prescription drugs. The advice within stems from evidence-backed strategies favored by sleep specialists, aimed at enhancing sleep quality and overall wellbeing.