For #sleepawarenessweek (March 12-18, 2023), Sleep Review is joined by sleep psychologist Jade Wu, PhD, DBSM. She is the author of Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications. She is also a Mattress Firm Sleep Advisor. Sleep Review’s Sree Roy and Dr. Wu discuss common #sleep myths including: -What is the most damaging sleep myth you have heard?-What is one sleep myth that you previously believed, but was disproven over your career? -Have you seen other sleep physicians perpetuate certain sleep myths?-Do those who move around in their sleep get worse rest? -Does the brain truly “shut off” when we go to sleep? -Do dreams only occur during REM sleep? -Do scents, such as lavender essential oil in a diffuser, benefit sleep in any way?-Do eye masks and/or earplugs benefit sleep?-Is over-the-counter melatonin a good place to start if you’re having sleep problems?Dr. Wu recommends the following resources for further information:American Academy of Sleep Medicine: https://sleepeducation.org/sleep-disorders/obstructive-sleep-apnea/ Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine:https://sleepeducation.org/sleep-disorders/obstructive-sleep-apnea/ Hypersomnia Foundationhttps://www.hypersomniafoundation.org/ Pediatric Sleep Councilwww.babysleep.com Follow Sleep Review on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, & YouTube.
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Sleep Myths for Sleep Awareness Week
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