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3 Ways to Sleep Better (Even If You're Stressed) Anticipatory sleep anxiety doesn't have to interfere with your nights or days.

By Kali Patrick

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Anticipatory sleep anxiety occurs when someone can't sleep the night before an upcoming event.

That event might create worry (for example, giving an important presentation or having surgery) or excitement (leaving for an international vacation).

Even the best sleepers can find themselves awake with anticipatory sleep anxiety.