1/21/23

Insomnia 101: Are Naps Good or Bad?

Naps are controversial in the sleep world. @andyberkowskimd of ReLACS Health tackles the challenging question of whether they are good or bad for your sleep. Perhaps, the truth lies somewhere in between?

For additional tips on improving sleep, read this blog post:

https://www.relacshealth.com/blog/a-relacsing-blog-7-5-tips-that-can-improve-sleep-for-everyone

Wondering what the homeostatic sleep drive is?

https://youtu.be/S5X6vSXIEBw

Those who have poor sleep quality, difficulty falling asleep, or trouble staying asleep on a frequent and long-term basis, chronic insomnia disorder is a concern. This may need to be addressed through medical evaluation, with the first-line treatment being cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT-I) and not supplements or sleeping medications as are often given. To better understand CBT-I, view this: https://youtu.be/1Q99kYaN79Y

These videos are for general information only, but for those who live in or near Arizona, Michigan, Ohio, or Florida, you can hire @andyberkowskimd of ReLACS Health for consultation to help with insomnia as he offers cognitive and behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). He can address the full spectrum of sleep disorders and even help optimize your sleep in those who are otherwise doing well. Book now.

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