Despite this we have those nights, where we toss and turn and anxiously look at the clock every 5 minutes worrying about how much sleep we are going to get.

Below are a list of ten myths debunked, which are believed by most people. Accompanied with ideas and tips on ensuring you get a peaceful nights sleep.

1.Every Adult needs around 7 and 8 hours of sleep per night This is not entirely true, although the average person does sleep for around 7 or 8 hours, there have been cases of people sleeping for ten hours or as little as five. Instead of chasing the average, try and work out what suits you best and stick to that.

2.We should try to make up for all our lost sleep on subsequent nights This is not advisable as your sleep pattern will become disrupted and although come Monday morning you will feel refreshed, you will slump mid-afternoon. Instead try to sleep around the same at weekends, or no more than an extra two hours sleep.

3.The older you are the less sleep you need. An adult requires the same amount of sleep throughout their life. However the older you get the more difficult it may be to sleep, it might become lighter and you may find it is easier to be woken up by the slightest noise.

4.Waking up during the night means you'll be tired all day. This slight lack of sleep will not make you noticeably sleepier during the day, it will also hinder your ability to make decisions and react quickly, as well as fighting off infections. If this disrupted sleep is consistent a sleep debt will build up making you feel excessively tired.

5.Naps are a waste of time. Nothing can replace a full nights sleep however a quick power nap can revive you to some extent and may you more alert. Although a nap after 3pm can affects your sleep pattern that evening.

6.A good workout in the evening will make you tired so you'll fall asleep faster. Exercise is recommended during the day as it increases your temperature which will stay high for hours hindering a persons sleep pattern. Some people do find it does help as they feel more tired so it is easier to fall asleep, so find out what's best for you.

7.It's good to hang out in your bedroom at night, before you go to sleep, because it will get you "ready" to fall asleep. Its all part of getting into a routine before going to sleep, your body recognises that you are preparing yourself for sleep and gets your body ready. This way it will be quicker and a lot easier for you to fall asleep.

8.Eating before bedtime will cause nightmares There is no medical evidence to prove that certain foods, such as cheese causes nightmares. However eating shortly before bedtime will affect digestion and cause discomfort, therefore causing a difficult and interrupted sleep.

9.Snoring is the same as Sleep Apnea Snoring and Sleep Apnea are often believed to be the same thing when in fact Sleep Apnea is a lot more serious as the sufferer will stop breathing several times a night. Medical experts advise that sufferers use a CPAP mask as they keep airways open as you sleep.

10.Watching TV in my bedroom and working on my laptop in bed helps me wind down and fall asleep. Any type of activity which requires you to be alert, is counter-productive when trying to sleep. It doesn't allow you to unwind and can keep your body alert. It is also advised that you keep your bedroom primarily for sleeping.

Making sure you get a good nights sleep will have a positive impact on your body, mind and general health. If you still can't seem to get a full nights sleep, try not to panic and seek advice from your family doctor.