by drcatherinedarley | Mar 30, 2011 | behavioral treatment, Children's sleep, circadian rhythm, Events, health education, naturopathic medicine, parenting, performance, school success, sleep, sleep deprivation
It’s been fun the last week to talk with several folks in the media, both here in Seattle and on the web. Here’s the links: Interview about sleep & social skills with Linda Thomas of KIRO news radio will air Weds, 5-8am, 97.3 fm...
by drcatherinedarley | Mar 16, 2011 | circadian rhythm, melatonin, shiftwork, sleep, Uncategorized
We’ve talked in the past about circadian rhythms, how there is a daily rhythm of hormone fluctuations that make us more alert during the day, and more sleepy during the night. There are also changes in organ function by time of day. Shiftworkers’ health...
by drcatherinedarley | Mar 7, 2011 | circadian rhythm, fall asleep, Light therapy, melatonin, performance, sleep, sleep deprivation
The new Sleep In America Poll came out today, the first day of National Sleep Awareness Week 2011. This poll was all about our use of technology during the hour before bed, our nightly sleep, and daytime function. Here are some of the highlights: – 63% say that...
by drcatherinedarley | Mar 2, 2011 | Children's sleep, mood, performance, school success, sleep, sleep deprivation
So, what has to happen to have a good social life? People need to think you are somewhat attractive, you need to be able to read others’ emotions, and you need to be a pretty good person. All these aspects of a good social life are impacted negatively if you...
