Ep. 164: Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
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Sleeping well is crucial for wellness. But for those of us who work at demanding jobs, it can be all too easy to sacrifice sleep. In fact, thanks also to streaming services and social media, society is as sleep deprived as we’ve ever been. So in this episode, Medcan chief medical officer Dr. Peter Nord talks with sleep deprivation expert Dr. Ann E. Rogers of Georgia’s Emory University. The two discuss the reasons we’re not getting the slumber we need—and share tips and tricks to maintain performance even during those periods where you’re not getting enough shut-eye.
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To learn more about how Medcan can help with your sleep health, email clientservice@medcan.com.
Read Dr. Ann E. Rogers’ bio and read her research on The Effects of Fatigue and Sleepiness on Nurse Performance and Patient Safety.
Get more sleep tips and advice in this article: How This MD Beats Sleep Deprivation by Dr. Sophia O. Hammonds, MD
The Sleep Debt Collector Is Here by Oliver Whang in New York Times
Sleep Deprivation is as Detrimental as Binge Drinking in World Health.net
For more sleep hacks and helpful information, listen to Episode 97: The Sleep Fix.
INSIGHTS
Dr. Ann E. Rogers started out in a profession where sleep deprivation is practically impossible to avoid. [4:09]
Why is sleep deprivation such a common problem, according to Dr. Rogers? [7:48]
Learn how missing out on sleep can change your metabolism and cause cravings. [8:49]
Cumulative sleep deprivation can have similar cognitive effects to drinking five or more alcoholic beverages, even if you don’t feel intoxicated. [13:30]
A hospital is one of the worst places to get a good night’s sleep. Hear how several hospitals are working to change that. [17:04]
Dr. Rogers clears up some of the biggest sleep misconceptions she’s heard:
Most people need six or seven hours of sleep. Is it true that some people only need three or four hours? [20:15]
Can you really make up for missed sleep? [21:20]
If you work long or irregular hours, get Dr. Rogers’ tips to help manage your sleep deprivation and lower your risk of accident or illness. [22:48]
Hear Dr. Rogers’ suggestions for how to set up your mind and your surroundings to get the best sleep possible. [26:56]
What are Dr. Rogers’ three most important pieces of advice when it comes to getting enough sleep? [31:13]
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