Frequently Asked Questions
Sleep Disorders 101: Alcohol and Sleep
Is it ever okay to use alcohol as a nightcap?
Answered by:
Clinical Psychologist and Author of Beauty Sleep
Alcohol will help you fall asleep, but it will interrupt the quality of your sleep. Instead of using alcohol as a nightcap, try some herbal tea and a warm bath.
Dr. Breus is a practicing Ph.D. in clinical psychology with a specialty in clinical sleep disorders. He has a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, and is the author of Beauty Sleep. He is a regular contributor to WebMD and America Online. For more on Dr. Breus, visit his website or follow him on Twitter @thesleepdoctor.
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