The Therapy Edit One Thing with Dr Ranj on one amazing way to improve your sleep
Apr 14, 2023
Dr Ranj Singh, an NHS paediatric emergency doctor, TV presenter, and bestselling author, shares insights on improving sleep. He highlights the detrimental effects of electronic devices on sleep quality and suggests a 'power-down hour' before bedtime. Ranj emphasizes the importance of creating a cool, dark, and quiet bedroom environment and recommends maintaining a consistent sleep schedule. He also discusses the benefits of keeping work out of the bedroom and the role of alcohol in disrupting sleep. Tune in for practical tips to enhance your nightly rest!
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Personal Sleep Debt Experience
- Ranj admitted he felt tired after a late event and hadn't prioritised sleep that week.
- He used that experience to highlight how sleep debt accumulates and affects coping.
Sleep Is Actively Restorative
- Sleep is an active biological process during which important restorative work happens.
- Chronic poor sleep raises risks for heart disease, cancer, obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Power-Down Hour Before Bed
- Try a 'power-down hour' and avoid all electronic screens in the hour before bed.
- Charge your phone outside the bedroom and don't use it as an alarm clock.