FAQ:Sleep Disorders 101/Aromatherapy and Sleep

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Sleep Disorders 101: Aromatherapy and Sleep

Can I actually smell in my sleep? I've seen products that claim to help me stay asleep with special scents. Is that true?

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Answered by:

Michael Breus, Ph.D.

Clinical Psychologist and Author of Beauty Sleep

Smell is more of an issue at bedtime, when you're trying to fall asleep and reduce your anxiety level. Recent data suggests that you cannot smell while sleeping, so beware of advertisers who make you think you can smell their products while sleeping.

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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