Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep
79 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsSleep Talk is the place to get quality, evidence-based information on sleep and sleep disorders from experts in the field. Each month Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) discuss a sleep topic and interview experts in the field as well as highlighting what has caught their eye in the world of sleep.
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Long COVID
April 16, 2022 21:04 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBFor many people, COVID-19 isn't just about the acute illness. Once the acute symptoms have settled they are left with ongoing fatigue and a range of other symptoms. To understand long COVID and what can be done to help manage symptoms, we speak with Nathan Butler (exercise physiologist) of Active Health Clinic. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Ap...
Daylight Saving Time
March 30, 2022 19:12 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBWith daylight saving time ending this weekend in Australia, is it time to re-consider daylight saving? Prof Till Roenneberg discusses the pros and cons of daylight saving time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
World Sleep Day
March 17, 2022 18:39 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBDr Moira Junge, CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation talks about World Sleep Day and promoting healthy sleep. This year's theme for World Sleep Day is 'Quality Sleep, Sound Mind, Happy World'. Tap in to the power of sleep for maintaining good mental health, and help promote quality sleep amongst your family, friends and work colleagues. Links: Sleep Health Foundation World Sleep Day - global site See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Borderline Personality Disorder
December 30, 2021 21:32 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBSleep problems are a common symptom for people with borderline personality disorder. Symptoms include insomnia, excessive sleepiness and fatigue, vivid and distressing dreams. To better understand borderline personality disorder, how it impacts sleep and treatment approaches, we spoke with Ass Prof Blaise Aguirre, child and adolescent psychiatrist from McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the...
Social Factors and Sleep
December 19, 2021 04:17 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBSleeping well requires more than just laying down at night. Many broader factors impact on sleep such as working hours, the neighbourhood we live in, financial and family stability, race and gender. To better understand the interaction between social factors we spoke with Assoc Prof Dustin Duncan, a social and spatial epidemiologist from Columbia University, New York. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talki...
Perfectionism
November 29, 2021 11:05 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBPeople who have perfectionistic behaviours are at higher risk of developing sleep problems. Why is this the case and what can be done about it? To understand all about perfectionism and it's relationship with sleep we spoke with Dr Jennifer Kemp, Clinical Psychologist, trainer and author of ACT Workbook for Perfectionism. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subsc...
Lucid Dreaming
November 13, 2021 10:21 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBLucid dreaming has come in to popular culture in recent years, and may provide a way of managing nightmares and distressing dreams in the future. What is lucid dreaming? Can people make themselves lucid dream? What insights can be gained from lucid dreaming research? To understand all about lucid dreaming we spoke with Dr Benjamin Baird, a researcher specialising in the study of human cognition and consciousness using lucid dreaming. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnin...
Burnout
September 25, 2021 05:04 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBAre you constantly exhausted? Do you find it hard to concentrate and take in what you read? Do you have symptoms of poor sleep? You may have burnout. To understand what burnout is and what can be done to manage and prevent it we spoke to Prof Gordon Parker of the Black Dog Institute and University of New South Wales. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe ...
Sleep and Suicide
September 10, 2021 00:42 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBSuicide is the leading cause of death in young people in Australia and the largest cause of productive life years lost. To understand how we can prevent suicide and links with sleep we spoke to Prof Ian Hickie of the Brain and Mind Centre at University of Sydney. Ian is also a co-host of the Minding your Mind podcast. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe...
Lighting
March 31, 2021 10:19 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBHow does lighting impact on sleep and health? Is it really a big deal? To understand the interaction between lighting, sleep and health we spoke to Assoc Prof Sean Cain, a leading expert in lighting research, from Monash University. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 25:00 Theme - Lighting and Sl...
Awake or Asleep?
March 26, 2021 20:55 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBAt times it can be hard to tell whether you have gone to sleep or not, or how much you have slept. This can be a particular problem for people with insomnia who can be prone to under-estimating how much sleep they are actually getting. To understand how this happen we spoke to Dr Lieke Hermans from Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. ...
Sleep in the Pandemic
August 02, 2020 20:35 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe current pandemic is affecting people around the world and having a significant impact on their sleep. We discuss changes in sleep seen during the pandemic and strategies people can use to help improve their sleep during this difficult time. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:08 Introducti...
Medication in Pregnancy
May 30, 2020 22:26 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBPregnancy can be a challenging time, particularly for women with sleep disorders such as narcolepsy who rely on medications to manage symptoms. There isn't clear information to guide either women or their healthcare providers on what to do during pregnancy. To discuss managing women with narcolepsy during pregnancy we spoke to Dr Michael Thorpy from Montefiore Medical Centre, New York. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, ...
Sleep in Healthcare Workers
May 17, 2020 20:43 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBHealthcare workers often have to work shifts that can incorporate long hours and working at times they would normally be sleeping. This can lead to fatigue, sleep difficulties and impact health and performance. To understand these factors and how research is working towards finding solutions we interview Dr Julia Stone of Monash University. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leav...
Fly In Fly Out Workers
April 04, 2020 23:44 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBFly-in fly-out (FIFO) workers, like many shift-workers, face significant problems with sleep and mental and physical health. To discuss the issues facing FIFO workers we interview Dr Ian Dunican of Sleep4Performance, Melius Consulting and University of Western Australia. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters:...
Sleep in Uncertain Times
March 23, 2020 19:23 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MBDuring times of uncertainty, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, sleep can be challenging. To help with sleep during this time, we discuss simple strategies you can implement to help your sleep and mental health. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or via your podcast app. Links mentioned in th...
PTSD
March 07, 2020 23:07 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBMany people experience trauma in their lives, and a significant proportion develop post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Traumatic experiences can have a significant effect on sleep, causing sleep disturbance, nightmares and a fear of going to bed. There are evidence-based treatments available that can help to reduce the impact of PTSD on sleep. To discuss PTSD, its impact on sleep, and approaches to treatment we spoke with Assoc Prof Andrea Phelps, Deputy Director of Phoenix Australia at T...
Sleep in Teenagers
February 09, 2020 18:32 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBWhy do teenagers have trouble with sleep? What can be done about it? To help answer these questions we talk with Assoc Prof Margot Davey, Director of the Melbourne Children's Sleep Centre at Monash Children's Hospital. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 01:50 Introduction 01:50 - 21:10 Theme - ...
Sleeping in the Heat
January 05, 2020 19:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBWhen the weather gets warm it can be harder to sleep. But what does the heat actually do to sleep and what can be done to help sleep better on hot nights? To help answer these questions we talk with Dr Kazue Okamoto-Mizuno from Tohoku Fukoshi Univeristy, Sendai, Japan. Dr Okamoto-Mizuno has researched the relationship between sleep and temperature for 20 years. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all ...
Social Time
December 01, 2019 18:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBWhat is social time and what happens when it is out of sync with sun time and our own internal time? Daylight saving time is an example of social time, that can have significant consequences on health. We discuss social time and daylight saving time with Prof Till Roenneberg, researcher and author, who has a long research career in sleep and biological rhythms. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all ...
Cannabinoids and Sleep
November 17, 2019 18:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBMedicinal cannabinoids are being increasingly prescribed for a range of conditions including sleep. Do cannabinoids help sleep? How are they prescribed? We discuss the use of medicinal cannabinoids with Dr Karen Hitchcock, physician and author, who has considerable experience in the use of cannabinoids. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podc...
Tracking Sleep
October 21, 2019 09:17 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBTracking sleep over time can give helpful insights into sleep patterns and ways of improving sleep. This month we discuss the latest technologies for tracking sleep and interesting ways these technologies are being used in research with our guest James Slater from University of Western Australia. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts ...
Sleep DownUnder Highlights 2019
October 19, 2019 04:09 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBHighlights from the Sleep Down Under 2019 meeting in Sydney. For our monthly in-depth podcast Sleep Talk, go to SleepHub.com.au, subscribe via Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app, or download the Sleep Talk app from the iOS app store. Links: Sleep DownUnder - conference website Medicinal cannabis use in Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sleep Hygiene
October 06, 2019 19:13 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBWhat is sleep hygiene? Does it work? Can we be too careful about sleep? We discuss the pros and cons of sleep hygiene and put its role in perspective. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:00 Introduction 02:00 - 23:58 Theme - Sleep Hygiene 23:58 - 25:00 Clinical Tip 25:00 - 27:54 Pick of t...
Sharing a Bed
September 02, 2019 10:24 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIs sharing a bed with a partner good for sleep? On one level partners can be noisy, move around and be the cause of sleep disruption. But on the other hand, they can provide a sense of security and closeness. This month we discuss the pros and cons of sharing a bed. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk - Talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00...
Alcohol and Sleep
August 04, 2019 21:05 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBAlcohol is commonly used as a sleep aid, but does it really help sleep? We talk with Dr Rowan Ogeil about the impact of alcohol on sleep as well as other health effects. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:33 Introduction 02:33 - 26:28 Theme - Alcohol and Sleep 26:28 - 27:22 Clinical Tip ...
Sleep Research Update
August 03, 2019 23:14 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBHear the latest updates on sleep research from the Sleep 2019 meeting. In this episode we talk with Dr Simon Frenkel about the latest research in sleep. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:50 Introduction 02:50 - 26:14 Theme - Sleep Research Update 26:14 - 27:14 Clinical Tip 27:14 - 31:29 ...
What to Eat
July 02, 2019 20:24 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBHow does what we eat impact on sleep? What foods or types of diet can help with sleep? To help decipher this complex area we talk to Assoc Prof Marie-Pierre St-Onge, Director Sleep Center of Excellence Columbia University, Irving Medical Center. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 01:41 Introductio...
When to Eat
June 23, 2019 12:20 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBWhen we eat may be just as important as what we eat for managing obesity and health. We talk to Dr Gerda Pot, Nutritionist from the Louis Bolk Instituut and Kings College London about the emerging field of chrono-nutrition. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via Apple Podcasts Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 02:25 Introduction 02:25 - 20:13 Them...
What is Normal Sleep?
June 01, 2019 23:10 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIs it really normal to sleep for 8 hours undisturbed each night, or is that just an unrealistic expectation? We talk to Darian Leader, author of Why Can't we Sleep? about how people have slept throughout history and how many of our expectations about sleep are driven by social fads. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline / Chapte...
Menopause
May 26, 2019 10:21 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBMenopause is a time of significant changes in sleep, as well as a range of other symptoms. Why does this occur and how can symptoms be addressed? In this episode we talk with Dr Sonia Davison, Endocrinologist and expert in Women's Health. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 03:05 Introduction 03:05 - 26:...
Sleep in Pregnancy
May 19, 2019 11:10 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBSleep problems are common in pregnancy and change as pregnancy evolves. What happens to sleep during pregnancy? What is the best way to deal with sleep through pregnancy? In this episode we tackle these questions with the help of Dr Liora Kempler of Integrated Sleep Health. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:0...
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
April 06, 2019 21:18 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBSymptoms of tiredness, fatigue and sleepiness are common in chronic fatigue syndrome. How can these symptoms be addressed and sleep improved in people with fatigue syndromes? In this episode we tackle these questions with the help of Nathan Butler of Active Health Clinic. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 ...
Naps
March 22, 2019 19:28 - 31 minutes - 29 MBAre naps a good idea? How long should naps be? How can you get better at napping? Listen to this episode of Sleep Talk as we tackle these questions with the help of nativist Thea O'Connor of NapNow. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline / Chapters: 00:00 - 01:19 Introduction 01:19 - 25:55 Theme - Naps 25:55 - 27:30 Clinical ...
Sleeping Pills
February 14, 2019 18:03 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBWhat are the common sleeping pills used for insomnia? When should they be used and what should you look out for when using sleeping pills? We address these questions and more with the help of Prof Wallace Mendelsen who also discusses the history of using substances to help with sleep, which puts current practice in perspective. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and...
Measuring Sleepiness
January 28, 2019 19:13 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBHow is sleepiness measured? Can sleepiness from different causes be differentiated? What new tools are being developed? These are questions that come up in clinical practice every day and are important when putting together treatment plans for people with symptoms of hypersomnolence (sleepiness) or hypersomnia disorders. We address these questions and more with the help of Assistant Prof David Plante from University of Wisconsin. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunningto...
Sleep in Depression
December 16, 2018 06:23 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWhat changes in sleep are seen in depression? Is the sleepiness seen in people with depression different from other forms of sleepiness? What can be done to improve sleep disturbance and sleepiness in depression? We address these questions and more with the help of Assistant Prof David Plante from University of Wisconsin and Associate Prof Sean Cain from Monash University. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, t...
Rhythm and Blues
December 01, 2018 21:45 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBWhat really is the relationship between light, the circadian rhythm and mood? How might modern anti-depressants alter that relationship? We address these questions and more with the help of Associate Prof Sean Cain from Monash University. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Timeline: 00:00 - 04:48 Introduction 04:48 -33:07 Theme - Rh...
Sleep DownUnder 2018 - Highlights
October 20, 2018 00:10 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBHighlights from the Sleep Down Under 2018 meeting in Brisbane. Topics highlighted are narcolepsy, insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea, sleep health, and the effects of caffeine on sleep. For our monthly in-depth podcast Sleep Talk, go to SleepHub.com.au, subscribe via iTunes or your favourite podcast app, or download the Sleep Talk app from the iOS app store. Audio Timeline: 00:00 - 01:30 Caffeine and sleep 01:30 - 03:26 Narcolepsy 03:26 - 06:29 Insomnia 06:29 - 08:39 Sleep health ...
Sleep 2018
October 17, 2018 07:20 - 30 minutes - 28 MBInterested in the latest research on sleep discussed by world experts? Check out this update from the Sleep 2018 meeting in Baltimore. With the help of Dr Simon Frenkel (Sleep Physician), we discuss the latest in sleep research, new sleep products and thinking in the management of sleep disorders. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sleep Talk, talking all things sleep. Leave a review and subscribe via iTunes Audio Ti...
Traumatic Brain Injury
September 28, 2018 22:08 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBSleep problems are very common in people with traumatic brain injury and not just after severe injuries. Recent research from Monash University has looked in to mechanisms via which sleep problems may occur after head injuries and strategies that can be used to improve symptoms. In this episode Moira and David talk with Dr Natalie Grima, Clinical Neuropsychologist, about her experience working with people with traumatic brain injury and sleep problems. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) ...
Sleep and Cancer 2
July 30, 2018 12:27 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBSleep and work patterns can impact on cancer risk as well as the response to cancer treatments. In this episode we talk to Assistant Professor Peter James from Harvard Medical School about his paper on cancer risk and night-time light exposure and discuss previous research on nurses working night shift showing an increased risk of breast cancer. We also introduce the field of chronotherapeutics, matching individual circadian rhythms to drug dosing to optimise outcomes and minimise side effec...
Sleep and Cancer 1
July 23, 2018 12:14 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBSleep problems are very common in people with cancer, both during and after treatment. In addition to insomnia and sleep disturbance, other symptoms such as fatigue and sleep disorders such as restless legs symptoms and obstructive sleep apnea also occur. In this episode Moira and David talk with Justine Diggens, Clinical Psychologist from Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, about her experience working with people with cancer and the Can-Sleep program to address sleep-difficulties in people with...
Hyperarousal
June 13, 2018 08:46 - 29 minutes - 27 MBHaving trouble with sleep is not just about what you do at night. How you think and behave during the day impacts on sleep and can result in the brain being over stimulated or hyperaroused at night. In this episode Moira and David discuss how the brain works in insomnia, and talk with Professor Dieter Riemann from University of Freiburg about hyperarousal. What is it? How does it impact on sleep, and what can be done about it? Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (S...
Sleep around the world
January 26, 2018 07:27 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBUnderstanding sleep beliefs and behaviours in different cultures can help better understand your own beliefs about sleep, and in turn change your expectations around sleep. In this episode we talk to Dr Andrew Beale on sleep in two communities in Mozambique, and Dr Himanshu Garg on sleep in India including common sleep problems, sleep behaviours and traditional beliefs around sleep. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physician) host the monthly podcast, Sle...
Jet Lag
December 18, 2017 12:07 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBWhy do people get jet lag, and what can be done to reduce the effects of jet lag? In this episode, hear what Qantas is doing to help their passengers arrive fresh at their destination. With the introduction of new 787-9 Dreamliner planes and their ultra-long-haul route non-stop from Perth to London starting in March 2018, Qantas has invested heavily in strategies to reduce the effects of jet lag. You'll also hear from the developer of the Entrain app on using the app to manage light exposure...
Sleep Economics
December 03, 2017 22:24 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWhat does economics have to do with sleep? A lot it turns out. Inadequate sleep is a major cause of ill health and loss of productivity in modern economies. A recent Australian report estimated that cost at 4% of gross domestic product. Economic principles can also be used to help with getting people to take up effective sleep treatments. The relatively new discipline of behavioural economics can teach us a lot about designing systems to promote healthy choices including around sleep. Dr M...
Sleep in Special Needs Children
October 23, 2017 04:23 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBChildren with severe developmental disabilities or autism often have difficulty with sleep which can not only impact on their sleep, but affect the whole family. These disorders are common, with autism affecting around 2% of the population. To understand why this occurs and what can be done we talk to Assoc Prof Margot Davey from Monash Childrens' sleep Centre and Assoc Prof Amanda Richdale from La Trobe University. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington (Sleep Physic...
How to Treat Sleep Apnea
September 04, 2017 19:42 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBSleep apnea is common and can cause significant symptoms. But how can it be treated and how do you decide what treatment to use? Historically treatment choices have been made based on the severity of sleep apnea. However, treatment can be more personalised by assessing airway anatomy and physiology. With the help of Prof Stuart Mackay and Dr Brad Edwards, we discuss the latest research and talk through how to treat sleep apnea. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunnington ...
Why Treat Sleep Apnea?
August 07, 2017 20:41 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBMany people are seen to have snoring and periods of stopping breathing during sleep. This is sleep apnea and it's very common. But does everyone who has sleep apnea need treatment? Recent research suggests that treating sleep apnea doesn't reduce future cardiovascular risk, but does reduce symptoms of sleepiness and depression. With the help of Prof Doug McEvoy, we discuss the latest research and talk through why to treat sleep apnea. Dr Moira Junge (Health Psychologist) and Dr David Cunni...