Hannah McNulty
Senior Occupational Therapist
The Challenge
When working on a mental health rehab unit my patient expressed how her mood was being negatively effected by her poor quality sleep. This in turn was having a knock on effect on her ability to engage with the unit programme and ultimately her goals.
The Change
I explained our role in supporting improved sleep hygiene, asked her to keep a sleep schedule and assessed her bedroom environment. I made recommendations to adjust timing of caffeine intake and covered a window that leaked light from her the corrido
The Impact
She was able to get to sleep quicker, have fewer interruptions, and get back to sleep faster on waking in the early hours. This enabled her to feel more rested and she engaged better in the programme as a result.
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