Dr David Cunnington

Sleep around the world. How do different societies sleep?
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A history of sleep. What can we learn?
Since the beginning of time, humans have been interested in sleep. Trying to make sense of the different experiences people have during sleep, and theorising about why we sleep.
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What are the different sleep disorders?
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Managing insomnia in depression
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Sleep and depression. What’s the link?
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What’s the role for psychologists in managing insomnia?
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Treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea
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Eating habits and their effect on sleep
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Sleeping poorly and having trouble with weight?
One in 20 people with insomnia have compulsive eating during sleep. People with sleep apnea, gain on average 10kg in the year before they are diagnosed. Shift workers have an increased risk of obesity. Why does this occur and how do sleep, metabolism and obesity interact?
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Mindfulness. When & why to use it for sleep?
Sound familiar? This is something people often tell me. But, with persistence and patience, most people can successfully add mindfulness meditation to their tools for managing sleep. I also have a lot of people tell me 'I've tried everything' and I still can't sleep.
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