Sleep Centre Blog
Expert Sleep Disorders Knowledge & Education
Bringing You Education On Sleep, Sleep Disorders, Health, & Wellbeing
The Better Sleep Clinic Sleep Center Blog reflects the desire of our clinic to raise public awareness on the importance of sleep to our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Our staff aim to bring you useful, up to date, articles & media + expert tips on everything sleep health related.
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What Happens When Circadian Rhythms Are Disrupted? How Light Patterns Affect Health
What happens when circadian rhythms are disrupted? How do patterns of light and dark exposure contribute to circadian rhythm disruption and physical health? Find out more…
Pregnancy Insomnia And Postpartum Depression: Does Better Sleep Prevent Depression?
Can early treatment of pregnancy insomnia reduce the risk of postpartum depression? Here’s the science
Healthy Sleep: What Do Pre-Modern Natural Sleep Habits Look Like?
We often hear modern life has shortened our sleep and given us poor sleep habits. So what were our ancestors sleep patterns? Did they have “healthy sleep habits”?
Worried Chronic Insomnia Can Kill?
You've heard that chronic insomnia is linked to various health problems. But is this kind of lack of sleep linked to premature death? The surprising science
Alcohol And Sleep: Does Alcohol Affect Deep Sleep Quality?
If you drink alcohol regularly then your deep sleep may affected. Discover the hidden impact on sleep of alcohol. Find out how alcohol affects sleep quality
Menopause And Insomnia: Does Menopause Cause Sleep Problems?
Menopause and insomnia go together for many women, along with hot flash / hot flush and night sweats. But is poor sleep really one of the symptoms of menopause? Learn more about menopause and sleep.
ADHD And Sleep: Problems Or Sleep Disorders?
Do people with ADHD experience more sleep problems? Learn about the connection between sleep and ADHD and sleep disorders
Will Insomnia Go Away On Its Own?
Will insomnia go away on its own? Here’s the science (it’s not pretty)
Online Insomnia Treatment - Is Online CBT-i As Effective As In-Person Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia?
Online insomnia treatment - Is online CBT-i as effective in-person insomnia treatment? Here’s the surprising science.
Are Sleeping Pills Addictive?
It's common knowledge that sleeping pills are addictive. Now addiction to benzodiazepines, a common class of sleeping pill known as sedative hypnotics has lead to a new diagnosis.
Sleep Apnoea (Sleep Apnea) Questionnaire: STOPBANG Risk Assessment
Do you have sleep apnea (sleep apnoea) ? Find out your risk with our online free questionnaire. You can assess the risk of whether you have sleep apnoea and the need to get a diagnostic home sleep test by taking our free online STOPBANG questionnaire
Sleep Hygiene: Sleep Hygiene Quiz
Sleep hygiene sleep tips are everywhere - but are they valid? Here’s a scientifically valid sleep hygiene quiz so you can see whether your sleep hygiene sleep habits need improving.
How Effective Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia?
Is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia effective? Find out what science says about how effective cbt for insomnia is via this meta analysis.
15 Expert Bedroom Remodel Tips For a More Comfortable Sleep
We collaborated with real estate company Redfin on this article about sleep tips for remodels and renos
Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety - Why Insomnia Treatment Comes First
Insomnia depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions often occur together. Here’s the science behind why insomnia treatment comes first
What Is Normal Sleep For An Adult As You Age?
It's easy to assume our sleep is 'normal sleep for an adult' but is it really? Find out what normal sleep for an adult really is according to sleep science, what sleep changes to expect as you age, & whether your sleep is indeed normal sleep for an adult.
Can You Have Sleep Apnea And Insomnia At The Same Time? Which Sleep Disorder Should You Treat First?
Obstructive sleep apnea (apnoea) (OSA) & insomnia co-occur in around 30% of OSA sufferers. So what’s the best way to approach treatment? Which do you treat first for the best outcomes?
Adult Sleep: How Many Hours Of Sleep Does An Adult Need?
Adult sleep hours are misunderstood. Is 8 hours of sleep for an adult a myth? Find out how many hours of sleep is required for adults for optimal health
Does Sleep Hygiene Cure Insomnia? The Truth About Sleep Hygiene As An Insomnia Treatment
If you’re looking for insomnia treatment, sleep hygiene advice is a dime a dozen on the internet. But is sleep hygiene actually an effective insomnia treatment? Can sleep hygiene cure insomnia? Find out the surprising truth…
How Sleep Loss Impacts Physical Health: Metabolism, Hormones & Accelerated Aging
Sleep deprivation can rapidly impair basic bodily functions making young bodies function like bodies much older.
Better Sleep: It's Not Just About Insomnia & Sleep Apnoea
Our vision for the Sleep Centre is to provide a place for accurate sleep health information and advice, backed by the latest medical science and clinical experience.
The Sleep Centre is our acknowledgement that over the past few years there has been a big increase in public awareness around the importance of sleep in physical and mental health. The New Zealand public is slowly becoming more aware of common sleep disorders such as;
Obstructive sleep apnoea (sleep apnea);
However much of the information available online is written by people with limited experience in sleep medicine, sleep disorders treatment & mental health treatment.
Without first hand knowledge and experience of sleep assessment, tests, diagnosis, treatment & support, online advice and information can range from inaccurate one size fits all myths through to straight up harmful.
We aim to give specialist sleep provider / practitioner level knowledge on sleep health topics for both patients and the general NZ public.
The articles information may at times be broad. This is because, while our Auckland sleep clinic treats insomnia & other behavioral conditions, sleep medicine is a multi-disciplinary field and there are a broad range of sleep syndromes, from snoring & conditions that affect your airway and ability to breathe at night, through to health conditions such as chronic fatigue that can impact on whether you feel you slept well.
Lifestyle factors and occupational factors also impact on sleep symptoms. We aim to be comprehensive so over time there'll be articles on questionnaires, sleep tests, therapy ranging from behavioural therapies to cpap, sleep laboratory options, various diseases, physical and mental health conditions that disrupt sleep and sleep-related quality of life.
The Sleep Education Centre is also a hub of knowledge with articles, facts, and information on the importance of sleep. Our team works towards educating clients and the public about how to live better, healthier lives through quality sleep. From articles to videos, we provide you with all the information you need to be your best self.
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