Help Yourself To Health Sleep Author:Edzard Ernst Can't sleep? You have company--only about 20 percent of those living in industrialized countries have no sleep disturbances at all. If the incredible array of alternative therapies have left you confused, this self-help guide will lead you through the maze of choices till you arrive at the ones that succeed for you. Understand exactly what insom... more »nia is, its possible causes from snoring to nightmares, and how much sleep is enough. * Sleeping pills, counseling, and cognitive behavior therapy: will these conventional treatments do the trick for you--and what are their advantages and disadvantages? * One by one, consider complementary therapies alone and in combination: melatonin; herbal remedies like lemon balm; homeopathy and acupuncture; exercise, tai chi, and yoga; hypnotherapy, and more. Bonus: advice on choosing a therapist knowledgeable about these methods. It won't be long until you wake, refreshed and relaxed from a good night's rest! 96 pages (all in color), 4 3/4 x 7 1/16.« less