Your Doctor Doesn’t Sleep Well Either
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Ep. 2 Unlock the Secrets to Mastering Your Sleep Health: Be Your Own Champion in Navigating the Complex Healthcare Maze! In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the confounding obstacles that make it notoriously difficult to secure professional sleep help. We not only dissect the “why” but also arm you with actionable strategies, insider tips, and a step-by-step guide on how to break through these barriers. Plus, discover the surprising fact that even your doctor doesn't sleep well either – a reminder that we're all in this quest for better sleep together! Tune in to transform your sleep, and in turn, your life!
Tools:
Take our quiz to find out the first steps for resetting your sleep and who can best help you - www.thedoze.co
CPT Codes for Sleep Testing
Home Sleep Test - CPT 95806
Lab Sleep Test (Polysomnogram) - CPT 95810
Home Sleep Testing Options - www.thedoze.co
Resources:
Website: www.thedoze.co
Facebook: FREE Support Group Link
Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine Directory:
https://www.behavioralsleep.org/index.php/directory/
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week:
https://www.thensf.org/drowsy-driving-prevention/
References:
Improving sleep medicine education among health professions trainee
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8726372/#b1
Researchers at Loughborough University's Sleep Research Center in England
https://www.thecut.com/2016/03/study-finds-women-need-more-sleep-than-men.html
Sleep Education and Training among Practicing Clinical Psychologists in the United States and Canada - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33336599/
Key Takeaways:
- Lack of formal training in sleep medicine for healthcare professionals contributes to the difficulty in getting professional help for sleep problems.
- The culture of sleep deprivation within the healthcare system affects the ability of healthcare professionals to empathize with and effectively treat sleep-related issues.
- There is a reluctance within the healthcare field to embrace advancements in sleep practices, leading to a delay in adopting evidence-based treatments.
- Misconceptions about sleep and who it affects can prevent individuals from seeking help for their sleep problems.
- Individuals need to be their own sleep advocates and speak up about their sleep concerns when seeking medical help.
Chapters:
0:00:00-Introduction to the topic of sleep deprivation and seeking professional help
0:01:24-Lack of formal training in sleep medicine for healthcare professionals
0:03:20-Healthcare professionals often battle their own sleep deprivation issues
0:04:17-Reluctance within the healthcare field to embrace advancements in health practices
0:05:17-Misconceptions about sleep and who it affects
0:07:34-Sleep's impact on health and the need for cultural change
0:10:06-Dangers of sleep deprivation, including drowsy driving
0:11:19-How to navigate the healthcare system and seek help for sleep issues
0:11:40-Sleep-related symptoms and health issues
0:12:05-Tips for finding the right help for sleep problems
0:13:18-Importance of seeking a sleep specialist
0:14:02-Different professionals who can assist with sleep issues
0:14:32-Benefits of sleep coaching and support
0:15:00-Advocacy for better sleep care
0:15:31-Consideration of sleep study for long-term sleeping pill users
0:16:52-Information on diagnostic sleep testing and options
0:17:14-Limitations of traditional sleep studies and CPAP therapy
0:18:05-Facebook support group and natural ways to improve sleep
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