Sleep tips for children
Sleep is vital for a child’s growth, learning and development. Find out how much sleep children need, and discover new ways to help them sleep well.
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Sleep
Sleep is important for your physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Learn about sleep stages, healthy habits and tips for a better night's rest.
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Sleep Ninja app
Sleep Ninja® is a free, evidence-based smartphone app shown to be effective in helping young people with sleep problems.
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How to get better sleep, according to science
Nearly half of Australian adults don't get enough quality sleep. Here are 6 tips for better sleep and the causes of poor sleep to avoid.
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Back to school health tips
Is your child starting or returning to school? Here are 5 top tips to help your child navigate their way into a healthy and happy school year.
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Sleep paralysis
Sleep paralysis is temporary loss of muscle control just after falling asleep or before waking up. Find out about its causes, symptoms and treatments.
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Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA)
Obstructive sleep apnoea occurs when a person's throat is partly or completely blocked while they are asleep. Learn about symptoms and treatment here.
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Safe use of sleeping pills
Sleeping pills are drugs designed to help you fall asleep or stay asleep, such as in the treatment of insomnia. Learn more about the types and associated risks.
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Could a pair of glasses help you sleep?
Body clock disorders and challenges like jet lag could possibly be helped by a special type of glasses that shine light into the wearer’s eyes.
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Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone that is naturally made in your body. It helps to control how and when you sleep. It can be taken as a medicine if you have sleep problems.
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Insomnia
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can affect your mood and how you think. Learn more about symptoms and treatments for insomnia.
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Restless legs syndrome
Restless legs syndrome is a condition that can make it hard for you to sleep. Learn more about its causes, symptoms and how to treat it at home.
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Exercise and mental health
Exercise is good for your health. It can help with mental illness, reduce stress, and help you sleep. Read about the benefits of exercise here.
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Jet lag
Jet lag is the result of quickly crossing several time zones so your body’s natural sleep rhythms are disrupted. Here are some tips to minimise the symptoms of jet lag.
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Insomnia Program
Insomnia Program from This Way Up teaches you effective, step-by-step strategies for managing chronic sleep difficulties with our practical and free online program for insomnia.
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Sleepwalking (somnambulism)
Sleepwalkers can risk injury, such as by climbing out of a window or walking into objects. Learn more about sleepwalking and when to see a doctor.
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Your daylight saving cheat sheet
Daylight saving starts Sunday October 6, which means moving the clocks forward by 1 hour. Need help coping with the time change? Follow these handy tips.
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How to stop snoring
There are many causes of snoring, some of which are serious. Read on for tips on how to stop snoring, but if you’re concerned, see a doctor.
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Your Christmas mental health questions answered
healthdirect's Chief Medical Officer, Dr Nirvana Luckraj, answers your questions on looking after your mental health at Christmas time.
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How to not feel tired all the time in 2024
Find out about the possible reasons for feeling tired all the time and the ways to help reduce feeling so tired all the time.
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Fatigue
Fatigue, when you always feel exhausted even if you are well rested, could be a symptom of something that is wrong. You may need to see your doctor.
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Healthy and active children
Physical activity, healthy eating and a proper rest are key aspects of children’s health. This page provides information and links to resources.
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Depression in children
If your child has symptoms of depression that affect the way they think feel and behave, seek professional help as soon as possible.
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Perthes disease
Perthes disease is a painful condition of the hip which usually occurs in children. It can take time, but most children recover fully. Read our trusted sources about Perthe's disease.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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Kids and mental health
Mental health problems affect a child’s emotions and behaviour, and can be worrying for them and their family. Discover signs and strategies to help.
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Umbilical hernia
An umbilical hernia occurs when the muscles around the belly button are weak or have a gap in them. Find out more about umbilical hernia.
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Sending kids with asthma to school? Here's what you need to know
Sending your kids back to school after the long summer break can feel like a relief, but if you have a child with asthma, there are a few things to remember.
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Sleep disorders
Sleep disorders can seriously affect your health and safety. Find out more about managing sleep disorders.
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Anxiety in children
Learn more about the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children, when it may be an anxiety disorder and how to help children with anxiety.
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