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#37: Getting Better Sleep, with Behavioral Psychologist Dr Hylton Molzof, PhD
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In this conversation, Stanford psychologist and behavioral sleep specialist Dr. Hylton Molzof joins Dr Khan to discuss the complexities of sleep. They focus particularly on insomnia in chronic illness, and the role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI). They discuss the physiological stages of sleep, the impact of chronic illness on sleep patterns, and practical strategies for managing sleep-related anxiety. Dr. Molzof emphasizes the importance of adapting CBTI techniques for individuals with chronic conditions, especially in the context of long COVID. The conversation also covers the significance of sleep evaluation and the nuances of sleep restriction as a treatment method.
Find printable worksheets and resources Dr Molzof has shared at https://substack.com/home/post/p-154561158?source=queue&autoPlay=false
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Chapters
1. Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Role of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (00:04:00)
3. Defining Healthy Sleep (00:06:24)
4. Physiology of Sleep (00:10:00)
5. Sleep Tracking (00:16:00)
6. Bed Use and Stimulus Control (00:24:10)
7. Acute and Chronic Insomnia (00:31:52)
8. Sleep Consolidation and Compression (00:42:12)
9. Managing Sleep Anxiety (00:46:09)
10. Resources and Final Reflections (00:52:53)
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