Will often has difficulty falling asleep but has never been diagnosed with a sleep disorder. Which strategies have been shown to be effective for getting better sleep?
A) Exercising regularly and meditating
B) Reading something boring just before bedtime
C) Taking an over-the-counter sleep aid a few times a week
D) Psychotherapy that includes hypnosis

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Regular exercise has been shown to promote better sleep, particularly when done earlier in the day. Additionally, meditation can help to calm the mind and reduce stress, which may be causing difficulty falling asleep.

Answer: B 
 Reading something boring before bedtime can help to relax the mind and induce drowsiness. However, it is important to avoid reading on electronic devices which emit blue light that can interfere with sleep.

Answer: C 
 Taking over-the-counter sleep aids is not typically recommended as they can be habit-forming and may have undesirable side effects.

Answer: D 
 While hypnosis as part of psychotherapy may be effective for some individuals in improving sleep, it is not typically the first line of treatment for difficulty falling asleep.

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