1. Our worst enemies: The sleep problems

2. Sleep problems are treatable You can overcome them

3. Different types of sleep: 1) SWS – slow wave sleep it is essential for rejuvenation of physical processes. 2) REM – rapid eye movement sleep it is essential for emotional health

4. What disturbs sleep? Psychological factors Lifestyle stressors Physical factors

5. Types of sleep disorders sleep apnea

6. narcolepsy

7. insomnia

8. Inadequate or poor quality sleep because of one or more of the following difficulty falling asleep waking up frequently during the night with difficulty returning to sleep waking up too early in the morning unrefreshening sleep

9. Cures for insomnia 1) aromatherapy lavender (oil)

10. Cures for insomnia 2) massage

11. Cures for insomnia 3) herbal cures lemon-balm (Melissa officinalis)

12. Sleeping pills- a real insomnia cure?

13. Thank you for your attention