WONDER #1584: Can Counting Sheep Help You Fall Asleep?

Question 1 of 3

If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, you may have what?

  1. insomnia
  2. sleephobia
  3. cataracts
  4. psychosomatic disorder

Question 2 of 3

Some people believe counting sheep helps you fall asleep because it’s a mental exercise that induces what?

  1. insomnia
  2. boredom
  3. intelligence
  4. excitement

Question 3 of 3

Instead of counting sheep, sleep experts would instead recommend thinking of which of the following?

  1. busy airport
  2. loud bowling alley
  3. crowded supermarket
  4. relaxing beach

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