Counting Sheep for Sleep – Science or Myth?

Does counting sheep really help you fall asleep or is it just a bedtime myth?

In this short, a doctor explains the science behind counting sheep, distraction techniques, and how cognitive load affects sleep onset. Learn why simple mental imagery may not work for everyone, and what actually helps your brain switch off at night. Sleep problems are often linked to stress, dopamine stimulation, and late-night screen use not a lack of sheep.

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