Ways to get a good night's sleep:

• Sleep with an eye mask.  A dark, comfortable environment promotes sounder sleep.
• Regular exercise helps relieve stress making it easier to fall asleep.
• White noise, such as a fan, can help block out noises.
• Stick to a pattern.  It takes between 3-7 days for the body to reset and adjust to a new pattern.

Things that interrupt your sleep:

• Consuming caffeine after mid afternoon can cause restless sleep.
• Nicotine is a stimulant and may prevent sleep.
• Alcohol may make you fall asleep faster but it can disrupt your sleep patterns and compromise the overall quality of sleep.