Shaun Harvey
Liz Lange
Healthy Sleep Habits
Healthy Sleep Habits
Healthy Sleep Habits
Thursday 3rd February 2022
Discover effective sleep training and hygiene tips with Liz Lang and Dr. Mark Burton to enhance your sleep and improve overall health.
37 minutes
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Shaun Harvey
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Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Sleep training isn't just for kids; adults can benefit too.
- Turn off screens at least an hour before bedtime.
- Use blue light filters to promote better sleep.
- Maintain a sleep association by only using your bed for sleep.
- Explore relaxation techniques to improve sleep quality.
You can't put a price on a good night's sleep.
In this engaging episode of Mental Health Matters, Liz Lang is joined by Dr. Mark Burton to delve into the importance of sleep for adults. While sleep training is often associated with children, this episode highlights how adults can also benefit from establishing good sleep habits. Liz and Dr. Burton discuss the concept of sleep hygiene, emphasizing the need to turn off electronic screens at least an hour before bedtime to minimize the effects of blue light, which can disrupt sleep patterns.
Dr. Burton introduces Matthew Walker, a renowned professor of neurobiology and psychology, whose research on sleep is highly informative. His online video, 'How to Improve Your Sleep,' offers practical insights into achieving better sleep. The episode also covers sleep association techniques, advising listeners to reserve their beds solely for sleeping to enhance their ability to fall asleep. Activities such as reading or using electronic devices should be done elsewhere to prevent confusion in sleep patterns.
Lifestyle factors such as late-night snacking, alcohol consumption, and insufficient exercise can impact sleep quality. Liz shares her own routine of taking a gentle stroll on the treadmill after dinner, highlighting the benefits of mild exercise. Listeners are encouraged to explore various relaxation activities like journaling, knitting, or doing puzzles before bedtime to calm the mind and prepare for sleep.
The episode concludes with a reminder of the importance of sleep for overall mental and physical health and offers practical strategies for achieving a restful night's sleep.