Understanding Sleep

Sleep Talk: Episode 16 – Orexin & Suvorexant
Orexin is a 'master controller' of the sleep wake control system. It stimulates the wake-promoting system and stabilises the switching between wake and sleep.
Sleep Talk Podcast – Dreams
Dreaming. We all do it, but what is it really? Are all dreams the same? Do they have meaning? How should we think about dreams?
Sleep Talk: Episode 15 – Sleep Trackers
Measuring sleep used to be the domain of the sleep laboratory, but new technologies allow sleep to be measured at home. How well do new devices work?
What is orexin?
Orexin is one of the key neurotransmitters in the regulation of sleep and wake. Blocking orexin with suvorexant is a treatment for insomnia.
Sleep Talk: Episode 14 – A New Start
New Year is a time for many to make a new start or set goals for the coming year. This month we talk making changes that stick for health and sleep.
Does Exercise Help Sleep?
Is there a link between sleep and exercise? Does exercise help to improve sleep? How much exercise? What type? What time of the day?
What is Behavioural Activation?
Behavioural activation is an intervention that encourages increased engagement in life's activity. It can help with symptoms of tiredness and depression.
Sleep Talk: Episode 13 – Let it Go
For people who have trouble sleeping, sleep can seem elusive. The pathway to better sleep is often through letting go and being less careful about sleep.