{"id":35513,"date":"2025-10-21T08:00:59","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T14:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/?p=35513"},"modified":"2025-10-21T09:35:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T15:35:04","slug":"fall-time-change-use-daylight-saving-time-to-jumpstart-better-sleep-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/fall-time-change-use-daylight-saving-time-to-jumpstart-better-sleep-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall time change: Use Daylight Saving Time to jumpstart better sleep habits"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><figure id=\"attachment_35523\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35523\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35523\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/28135531\/Sleep-photo-for-time-change-tiny.webp\" alt=\"Use the extra hour of sleep during the fall time change to jumpstart better sleep habits.\" width=\"600\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/28135531\/Sleep-photo-for-time-change-tiny.webp 600w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/28135531\/Sleep-photo-for-time-change-tiny-300x232.webp 300w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/28135531\/Sleep-photo-for-time-change-tiny-150x116.webp 150w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2020\/10\/28135531\/Sleep-photo-for-time-change-tiny-200x155.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35523\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Use the extra hour of sleep during the fall time change to jumpstart better sleep habits. Photo: Getty Images.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Exhaustion and problems getting enough sleep top the list of concerns that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/provider\/michael-dewey-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dr. Michael Dewey<\/a> and other primary care providers hear from their patients.<\/p>\n<p>On Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, you get to score an extra hour of sleep when Daylight Saving Time officially ends, and we get to set our clocks back at 2 a.m. Of course, there\u2019s no need to interrupt your night&#8217;s sleep to change your clocks.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, use the fall time change and that extra hour of sleep to renew your commitment to getting a better night\u2019s sleep.<\/p>\n<p>A Colorado native and family medicine doctor, Dewey cares for patients at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/locations\/uchealth-family-medicine-westminster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UCHealth Family Medicine Clinic in Westminster<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Dewey grew up in Conifer, close to the mountains. He loves cycling, snowboarding and hiking. He and his wife, Jessica, have a young son and daughter.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12757\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12757\" style=\"width: 350px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12757\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/03020721\/Dr.-Michael-Dewey-hiking-with-daughter-sized.webp\" alt=\"Dr. Michael Dewey hiking with his daughter. He helps people handle sleep issues and the fall time change.\" width=\"350\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/03020721\/Dr.-Michael-Dewey-hiking-with-daughter-sized.webp 750w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/03020721\/Dr.-Michael-Dewey-hiking-with-daughter-sized-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/03020721\/Dr.-Michael-Dewey-hiking-with-daughter-sized-113x150.webp 113w, https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2017\/11\/03020721\/Dr.-Michael-Dewey-hiking-with-daughter-sized-200x267.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12757\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dr. Michael Dewey is a primary care doctor. Many of his patients are dealing with sleep challenges. He advises them to use the extra hour of sleep they&#8217;ll get during the fall time change to jumpstart better sleep habits. Photo courtesy of Dr. Michael Dewey.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sleep deprivation can be a challenge, and it&#8217;s especially common among parents with young children like the Deweys. But all of us can boost our health by getting a better night\u2019s sleep. Lack of sleep has been linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/2017\/sep\/24\/why-lack-of-sleep-health-worst-enemy-matthew-walker-why-we-sleep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">diverse health problems, from obesity to Alzheimer\u2019s<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Many patients assume medications are the best path to a good night\u2019s sleep. But, Dewey said behavioral changes can have a far greater impact. For about 90% of patients, good sleep hygiene can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe all lead very busy lives, and for a lot of people, it\u2019s hard to find time for themselves. We say, \u2018I\u2019ll just stay up an extra hour. I\u2019ll get one more thing done.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But, says Dewey, \u201cyou have to prioritize yourself and take care of yourself.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A commitment to getting enough sleep is a cornerstone of good health.<\/p>\n<p>Nine times out of 10, Dewey says tinkering with your diet, exercise regimen, and sleep hygiene can fix sleep problems.<\/p>\n<p>Even better, good sleep habits can have lasting impacts, while medications only promote short-term fixes. What\u2019s more, researchers are finding that people get deeper, higher-quality sleep when they rest naturally versus relying on sleep medications.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>7 tips for using the fall time change as a springboard for better sleep<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>So, do yourself a favor and use the fall time change as a springboard for better sleep. Here are Dewey\u2019s top seven tips for getting a better night\u2019s sleep.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>1. Maintain a regular sleep schedule<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Go to bed and get up at about the same time every day, including on weekends.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Avoid exposure to light-emitting devices<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/screens-and-kids\/\">Avoid<\/a> using or watching laptops, phones, TVs and computers for at least 30 minutes before going to sleep.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Create an atmosphere that promotes sleep in your bedroom<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Keep the temperature cool. Keep your room dark and quiet, and make it a device-free oasis.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>4. Get regular exercise, but not before bed<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/every-physical-activity-you-do-throughout-your-day-counts\/\">Exercise is great<\/a> for you, but it&#8217;s best to avoid exercising within 2 hours of bedtime.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>5. Be caffeine aware<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Watch your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/is-caffeine-bad-for-your-heart-get-expert-advice\/\">caffeine intake<\/a> and avoid caffeine after noon.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>6. Try relaxation techniques<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation before bed can be very beneficial. You can f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/free-guided-meditations-on-uchealth-app-my-health-connection\/\">ind ideas and free guided meditations<\/a> on your UCHealth app.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>7. Discuss your sleep challenges with your health care provider<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/sleep-help-simple-tips-can-improve-sleep\/\">having regular difficulty<\/a> getting enough sleep, talk to your doctor.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exhaustion and problems getting enough sleep top the list of concerns that Dr. Michael Dewey and other primary care providers hear from their patients. 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