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Sleep doctors toss and turn sometimes -- but it's never for long. That's because they use scientifically-sound methods to lull themselves into dreamland. Steal their techniques so you can finally get a good night's rest.
More often than not, the reasons behind a bad night of sleep remain a mystery. From temperature, to the moon, and even too much snuggling, we reveal surprising reasons why you can't fall asleep.
We asked readers to share their best tips for getting some rest after a stressful day.
Dr. Samantha Boardman, a clinical instructor in psychiatry and public health and an assistant attending psychiatrist at Weill Cornell Medical College, wrote a column for "The Tory Blog" on why sleep is so important and how to get more of it.