by drcatherinedarley | Aug 9, 2010 | Children's sleep, health education, optimal sleep, performance, school success, sleep, Uncategorized
Children’s Sleep and School Success – How they are related School start is on the horizon. For those with children this can be a busy time, doing those last minute summer activities, getting school supplies, and preparing children for a successful year. Let’s...
by drcatherinedarley | Aug 4, 2010 | performance, sleep, sleep deprivation
Ever noticed that when you haven’t been getting enough sleep, you have more difficulty thinking? We already knew this was true for many types of cognitive function, from mental math to logical reasoning. Also mood regulation and even humor are impaired when we...
by drcatherinedarley | Aug 2, 2010 | behavioral treatment, melatonin, sleep
A couple weeks ago a pilot study was published looking into tart cherry juice for insomnia. Here’s a few details: 15 older adults who have chronic insomnia but are otherwise healthy drank the cherry juice blend twice a day for 2 weeks. They kept a sleep diary...
by drcatherinedarley | Jul 20, 2010 | behavioral treatment, circadian rhythm, Light therapy, melatonin, performance, sleep
What is a zeitgeiber??? The word ‘zeitgeiber’ comes from the German language, and means ‘time giver.’ Zeitgeibers are clues in the external world that help keep our internal body clock in sync with the 24 hour day/night rhythm. This word is...
by drcatherinedarley | Jun 9, 2010 | behavioral treatment, optimal sleep, sleep, Uncategorized
How Can We Use this Information? First off, think back to a time that you were really well rested. It may be on a vacation or holiday break, before the kids were born, while unemployed, or if you’re lucky, in the last week or two. Then answer these questions: –...
