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Sleep On Ep2: Katrina Ridley on the unexpected impacts of shift work, and how she discovered the power of sleep
Katrina Ridley, a broadcaster and presenter on Hart radio, shares her journey into shift work and learning to value sleep

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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Extreme Sleepwalking on ITV This Morning: Why, and what can you do about it?
Sleepwalking, or somnabulism, is a parasomnia - one of the family of sleep disorders which involves unwelcome experiences or behaviours.

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jun 21, 20241 min read
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How to Solve Insomnia: Why insomnia happens, and how to get your sleep back under control - Webinar recording
In this recorded live session, find out what causes chronic insomnia and the most powerful techniques for resolving insomnia

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Apr 2, 20241 min read
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What’s more important: sleep consistency, or sleeping for the right amount of time?
For years we’ve been told that 7+ hours of sleep is recommended for good health, but it may be that a consistent sleep-wake pattern is...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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Are sleep-deprived Mums (and Dads) at risk behind the wheel?
Could being the parent of a sleepless infant put you at similar risk behind the wheel as being over the limit for drunk driving?

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jan 25, 20242 min read
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Too excited to sleep on Christmas Eve? 3 Techniques to sleep well, and protect your Mental Elf..
Tip 1: A specific to-do list can be a great way to download thoughts before bed, and make it easier to let go and relax.. This is a...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Dec 22, 20231 min read
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Why can antihistamines make you sleepy? And tips for sleeping with hayfever and other allergies...
Histamine encourages the immune system to go to work – increasing blood flow, causing swelling, mucus production, itching and sneezing

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jun 12, 20236 min read
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Could cold water immersion help with stress, and sleep?
Stressed? That’s not always a bad thing. Last month I was lucky enough to experience an overdose of micro stressors in Norway with Vicki...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Apr 10, 20231 min read
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Could wearing an eye mask make you smarter, by boosting deep sleep?
Ambient light has been shown to disrupt the depth of sleep, so could wearing an eye mask improve sleep quality, and our ability to learn?

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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Could better sleep help you make smarter financial decisions?
In this article we look at the relationship between sleep and financial decision-making, and how to set yourself up for success.

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jan 16, 20236 min read
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New Years Resolution Ideas for a Winning Night's Sleep
How successful were you at sticking to a New Year’s Resolution in 2022? Have you tried to lose weight, quit smoking, or get fitter in the...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jan 1, 20234 min read
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Sleeping after loss: how sleeplessness and grief are linked
Sleepless nights are a common consequence of grief, and yet this is rarely spoken about. Sleep problems can cause additional worry and...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Dec 2, 20229 min read
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Eating for better sleep and mental health
Can what you eat have an impact on your sleep, and mood? Absolutely. This is an active area for research and we don’t have all the...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Nov 1, 20223 min read
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Too hot to sleep? Night sweats, menopause and heatwaves
A summer of heatwaves has made everyone aware how hard to sleep it is when it’s hot and humid. We tend to fall asleep later, rise...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Oct 15, 20226 min read
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How to sleep the night before the London marathon
Worried that you won't sleep the night before a sporting event? I was chuffed to be invited to The Excel in London yesterday to share...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Oct 1, 20221 min read
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How to sleep well as a night shift worker
Why do we normally sleep at night? Why is it harder to sleep during the day? Tips to help with shift work...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jun 22, 20226 min read
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Sleep Awareness Week on GB News
Happy World Sleep Day! It was great to have the chance to talk to Eamonn and Isabel (both keen sleep evangelists) on GB News.

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Mar 18, 20221 min read
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Should I buy a Sleep Tracker? Pros & Cons
I have a love-hate relationship with wearable sleep trackers. I absolutely love that technology is being used to shine a light on sleep;...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Mar 1, 20226 min read
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Tired and lonely?
The links between loneliness and poor sleep, and how to tackle both January sees the media full of energising posts about new habits, but...

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Jan 5, 20225 min read
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How to Fight Winter Fatigue
At least 1 in 5 adults experience a triad of symptoms commonly known as the ‘Winter Blues’: lack of energy, low mood and over-eating.

Sophie Bostock, PhD
Dec 5, 20214 min read
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