by drcatherinedarley | Dec 9, 2009 | body clock, cancer, Children's sleep, shiftwork, sleep
High numbers of people in America do shiftwork – 20% of those who are employed. One definition of shiftwork is starting work after 6pm, and before 6am. “Swing shift” which often starts around 3-4pm is also included in some definitions of shiftwork....
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...
by drcatherinedarley | Sep 26, 2009 | bedroom, Children's sleep, parasomnia
Sleepwalking As an 11 year old child, I had a champion sleep walking event – let me tell you about it. Growing up in the Seattle suburbs, we lived in a one story rambler. We were friends with the neighbors, who were our age, and also lived in a rambler. One...
by drcatherinedarley | Sep 21, 2009 | Children's sleep, performance, school success, sleep deprivation
Children are sleep deprived just as adults are – 27% of children get less sleep than they need each school night. How much sleep does a child need? Preschoolers (ages 3 to 5) need about 11 to 12 hours, children aged 6 to 12 need 10 to 11 hours, and high school...
by drcatherinedarley | Aug 31, 2009 | Children's sleep, performance
It’s time for school to start! 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 take the time to get children on a good sleep schedule that will...
