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It is also not uncommon
for people with CFS to
sleep for 12 hours or
longer and still wake
feeling unrefreshed.
Some may also
experience headaches
when they wake.
For many people,
sleeping in or taking a
nap during the day can
help manage feelings of
exhaustion and restore
some energy, making
it easier to get through
daily activities.
When sleep becomes
another challenge
CFS and sleep dif昀椀culties
can sometimes go hand
in hand.
Some people may 昀椀nd
it dif昀椀cult to fall asleep,
wake frequently during
the night or wake too
early in the morning.
A poor night’s sleep
can make it harder to
remember things or focus
on tasks. It may also
contribute to moodiness
or irritability and increase
sensitivity to pain.
For someone already
experiencing CFS, these
effects can make existing
fatigue feel even worse.
The sleep cycle
Getting as much sleep
as possible can be
helpful, but maintaining
a regular sleep pattern is
also important.
Getting enough sleep
Sleep deprivation
can be particularly
challenging for people
with CFS. It can worsen
symptoms and may
delay recovery.
People with CFS should
aim to get at least eight
to nine hours of sleep
each day.
If a late night is planned,
taking a nap during the
day can be a useful way
to prepare and help
manage fatigue.
Building better
sleep habits
Sleeping late into the
morning and then going
to bed late at night can
create a pattern known
as Delayed Sleep Phase
Syndrome, which can
bring its own dif昀椀culties.
For many people with
CFS, sleep begins to
improve as their other
symptoms improve.
If getting to sleep at
night continues to be
dif昀椀cult, it may be worth
looking at sleep hygiene
and the habits that
support better sleep.
Improving sleep habits
may help create a
more consistent sleep
routine and support the
management of fatigue.
Seeking help
Always seek the
advice of a quali昀椀ed
medical professional
if you are concerned
about your sleep.
