From sleep apnea to insufficient sleep, Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, explores the causes for sleep problems in today’s hectic society - and discusses the essential role that rest plays on our well-being.
E2 · A Good Night's Sleep
2015
What happens to the brain at night when we fall asleep? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, walks us through the stages of REM and NON-REM sleep and explains the processes that take place at each stage during the night.
E3 · Good Sleep Healthy Life
2015
Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, examines the impact of sleep deprivation on our physical and mental health, as well as on our overall wellness.
E4 · Preventing Insomnia
2015
If you have trouble falling asleep, waking up feeling rejuvenated might be a foreign concept to you. Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, gives valuable tips for overcoming insomnia and following your body's natural signals for sleep.
E5 · Drugs Vs Therapy
2015
How can sleep disorders be treated? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at John Hopkins University, analyses the impact of behavioral sleep therapy, and the side effects of sleep medications.