We all know that when we don’t get enough sleep, we are not at the top of our game. Yet, many of us think we can survive with 6 hours or less of sleep every night. Good sleep is a free benefit that’s available to us all. Experts say that 7 or more hours of sleep is important to our medical health as well as our psychological health. If you have trouble sleeping, please talk to your doctor or contact one of your union MAP Counselors for more information.

Please be aware that while these links below may direct you to sites in which you can connect with providers, it is always best to seek out providers through the Beacon network to ensure coverage by calling Beacon at 855-748-3121.

Why good sleep matters:
‍Read On at jameskirkbernardfoundation.org

Results of the latest research suggest that there is a connection between adequate sleep and immune function.
‍Read On at preventiongeneration.com

Dangers of not getting enough sleep:
‍Read On at saatva.com

Sleep & Health Among Adults in New York
‍Read On at CDC.gov

The Importance of Sleep & Understanding Sleep Stages
‍Read On at Sleephealth.org

What is Sleep Hygiene?
‍Read On at Centre for Clinical Interventions

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Beacon Wellbeing

• Why We Need Healthy Sleep
• How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
• Sleep Throughout the Stages of Life
• Sleep and Mental Health
• The Importance of Dream Sleep