Sleep guides

What Australian health bodies and published reviews say, written plainly and sourced at the foot of each guide.

• Sleep Habits That Actually Help

  Which everyday sleep habits are backed by Australian health advice, which are oversold, and why good habits alone are not a treatment for insomnia.

• How Much Sleep Do Adults Need?

  Recommended sleep hours by age from the National Sleep Foundation expert panel, as used by the Sleep Health Foundation, plus what counts as a sleep problem.

• Magnesium, Herbs and Sleep: What Research Shows

  An honest look at the research on magnesium, chamomile, passionflower, valerian, lavender and melatonin for sleep, with evidence quality and Australian rules.

• When to See a GP About Sleep

  Signs that poor sleep is worth discussing with a GP, from insomnia lasting months to loud snoring, gasping at night and daytime sleepiness while driving.