Can you change your routine to get a better night's sleep?
A recent survey indicates that many people struggle with sleep quality, which is linked to significant health risks like heart disease and depression. Experts emphasize that while sleep needs are individual, maintaining a consistent routine is vital for physical and mental repair.
Why it matters
Public health awareness regarding sleep hygiene is increasingly important as chronic sleep deprivation is linked to rising rates of lifestyle-related diseases.
'A bad night’s sleep impacts our enjoyment of the next day, but also far more than that. Sleep is a vital biological process that allows the brain and body to function properly and repair.'
Seven in 10 people say sleep is one of life’s greatest joys. Half claim they prefer to stay in bed doing it instead of socialising. That is the conclusion of a 2025 Ikea survey that asked 55,000 people in 57 countries about their sleep.
The survey’s findings in Ireland pose cause for concern. Almost half of us (49%) wake up feeling tired most days, and 43% worry we’re not getting enough sleep.
In this final instalment of our Disconnect to Connect series, we ask how we can sleep more soundly.
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