by drcatherinedarley | Oct 14, 2009 | cancer, sleep, sleep deprivation
There are many ways that healthy sleep supports a healthy immune system. And remember, our immune system is constantly working to rid our bodies of foreign bacteria and abnormal cells. These abnormal cells can become cancerous, so it is important that our immune...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 12, 2009 | cancer, melatonin, shiftwork, sleep deprivation
In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let’s look at the connection between sleep and cancer. This is a complex issue, as getting poor sleep increases the risk of cancer, and sleep in cancer patients is disturbed. Let’s look at each situation...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 8, 2009 | fall asleep, insomnia, sleep
Many people in my sleep clinic report lying in bed unable to sleep, having insomnia. This happens either at the beginning or middle of the night. For people who are thinking a lot, the Gratitude Meditation from last week can be helpful. Another technique to help you...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 6, 2009 | fall asleep, meditation, sleep
On Thursday after my presentation a woman shared with me her lovely gratitude practice that she uses to go to sleep. I wanted to share it with you. Each night after getting into bed she does this meditation until she is asleep. One by one, she slowly thinks of each...
by drcatherinedarley | Oct 2, 2009 | Children's sleep, Events, health education, school success
Many people need more information and inspiration to improve their sleep. This fall I’ll be giving sleep health talks to many groups of people around Seattle. Here is a short listing of educational talks coming up. If you would like to schedule a sleep...
