Oh yes, the other thing is that if you don't get enough hours of sleep - whatever amount is right for you - you won't dream, and dreaming is a way for the brain to process information into more manageable forms. I adjusted to my new shift before Christmas but then the 10 days I took off put me back into day shift mode, and I am finally just about re-adjusted to afternoon shift mode. I think. This last week has not been good, but I made sure I allocated plenty of time for sleep on the weekend. Phone calls and people at the door in the morning are the worst.

Also, I'd steer clear of any herbal teas with valerian in them - just a bit too strong for helping you to sleep. It has other uses, but too much for just getting to sleep. I think, anyway.

Helen