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 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 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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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 (OSA) is when your airway partly or completely blocks while you are asleep. Read about OSA symptoms and treatments here.

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Safe use of sleeping pills

Sleeping pills are medicines designed to help you fall asleep or stay asleep, in the treatment of insomnia. Learn more about the associated risks.

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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 (RLS) is a condition that can make it hard for you to sleep. Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment for RLS.

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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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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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Sleep disorders

Sleep disorders can seriously affect your health and safety. Find out more about managing sleep disorders.

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Temazepam

Temazepam is a medicine generally used to treat sleeping problems or insomnia by slowing brain activity. It requires a prescription by a doctor.

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Adrenal fatigue

Adrenal fatigue is a term used to explain tiredness and sleep problems. Find out about the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and how to treat it.

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Hot flushes due to menopause

Hot flushes are a normal symptom of menopause. If they impact daily activities or sleep, diagnosis and treatment is available through your doctor.

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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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Limb numbness

Numbness in the limbs is common, especially if you've been sitting or sleeping awkwardly. If it continues over a long period, you should see a doctor.

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Night sweats

Night sweats may be a sign of a medical condition or may be caused by a medicine. Find out more about night sweats, common causes and treatments.

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Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)

Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is quite common. Treatments can help lessen the impact of sweating on your life.

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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

Find out how to reduce the risk of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI) and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) — one of the main causes of SUDI.

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Electroencephalogram (EEG)

An electroencephalogram, or EEG, measures brain activity to diagnose or monitor conditions such as epilepsy. Learn more about this diagnostic test.

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Teeth grinding (bruxism)

Teeth grinding (bruxism) is a fairly common behaviour. Find out how you can protect your teeth from damage and what treatment is available.

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Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is an ongoing condition that causes generalised pain. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments for fibromyalgia.

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Adenoids

The adenoids are small lumps of soft tissue found at the back of the nose. Healthy adenoids are part of the immune system in young children.

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General anaesthetic (child)

A general anaesthetic is usually a safe and effective way for your child to have an operation or procedure. Most children do not have any problems.

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