In this conversation, Dr. Leah Kaylor discusses her journey into the field of sleep psychology, the impact of trauma on sleep, and the importance of understanding sleep disorders. She emphasizes the significance of different sleep stages, particularly deep sleep and REM sleep, in physical and emotional health. The discussion also covers practical sleep hygiene tips, strategies for addressing nightmares, and the role of gratitude in improving sleep quality. Dr. Kaylor shares insights from her upcoming book, which aims to educate readers on the importance of sleep and provide actionable strategies for better sleep health.
Guest Links
If Sleep Were a Drug on Amazon: https://a.co/d/6O7aqSX
Dr Kaylor's home on the web: https://drleahkaylor.com/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Sleep Studies
03:59 The Impact of Trauma on Sleep
06:45 Understanding Sleep Disorders
10:02 The Importance of Sleep Stages
15:52 Memory Consolidation and Sleep
20:59 Addressing Nightmares and Night Terrors
30:48 Practical Sleep Hygiene Tips
40:37 Imagery Rehearsal Therapy for Nightmares
50:54 The Role of Gratitude in Sleep
55:32 Upcoming Book Release