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Night and Sleep

Many people think that sleep is something the body simply (0) NEEDS, but our nightly habits are often more complicated than that. Some people dream vividly every night, while others wake up and cannot remember a single detail. Experts say that people can become (1) .......... to very different sleep routines, although sudden changes are still difficult to deal with. For example, students who move away from home may take weeks to get (2) .......... to a noisier environment or a less comfortable bed. Trouble sleeping is also increasingly common. People who are (3) .......... to checking their phones late at night often find it harder to relax properly. In addition, anyone who has (4) .......... to falling asleep in complete silence may struggle in a busy city. Stress can also play a major role, as worried minds tend to (5) .......... up small problems and turn them into bigger ones. Even so, good habits can make a difference. If you are having trouble sleeping, it is worth (6) .......... off screens earlier and keeping a regular bedtime. Over time, most people (7) .......... used to healthier routines, and they may even (8) .......... up feeling more energetic than before.