Episode Details

Are you struggling to get a good night's sleep? Dr. Barry Krakow, a leading sleep medicine expert, joins the conversation to discuss why sleep is more than just the number of hours you get. He shares insights into common sleep struggles, the impact of poor sleep on overall health, and the misconceptions about sleeping aids. Tune in to discover what might be holding you back from deep, restorative rest and what steps you can take to start improving your sleep quality today.

Key takeaways to listen for

• The #1 myth about sleep that keeps people stuck in bad sleep cycles

• Why waking up at night to pee may be a sign of a sleep disorder

• How nasal congestion impacts sleep and what to do about it

• The problem with sleeping pills and why they don't improve sleep quality

• Why CPAP machines aren't always the best solution (and what works better)

• Simple, at-home techniques to improve sleep tonight

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Life Saving Sleep by Barry Krakow, MD | Paperback and Kindle

• Sound Sleep, Sound Mind by Barry Krakow, MD | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle

About Barry Krakow MD

Dr. Barry Krakow, MD, is a board-certified sleep medicine specialist based in Savannah, Georgia, with over three decades of experience. He transitioned from a distinguished research career focusing on sleep disorders in psychiatric patients to a pioneering clinical practice. Dr. Krakow's expertise began in 1988 at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, where he co-authored the first randomized controlled trial on Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT) for nightmares. His subsequent research at the Sleep & Human Health Institute resulted in extensive publications on IRT and the landmark manual "Turning Nightmares into Dreams."

Since relocating to Savannah in 2020, Dr. Krakow has continued his pioneering work, offering innovative sleep coaching services and collaborating with Gateway Behavioral Health Community Service Board to integrate sleep medicine into psychiatry residency training. His ongoing research and publications underscore his commitment to advancing sleep medicine and mental health treatment. His current academic appointment is Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Mercer University School of Medicine.

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• Website: Barry Krakow M.D.

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