Sara Dimerman in conversation with Dr. David Kanawaty. Over the course of this episode you will learn more about:
What’s “normal” or healthy in regards to length and continuity of sleep for children, teens and adults
What interferes with good sleep hygiene and what the potential risks associated with not getting enough sleep are
Some of the indicators/symptoms that someone is in need of a sleep lab or specialist to help them determine why their sleeping habits or patterns are not typical of someone their age. For example, is snoring always an indicator that the person has apnea and in need of a sleep study?
How to gain access to the services of a sleep lab or specialist
What to expect at the sleep lab
Some of the most common diagnoses following a sleep study
Treatment options for sleep disorders such as apnea and insomnia
The risks associated with not treating a sleep disorder
Sara Dimerman has been an individual, couple and family therapist for over twenty years. She is one of North America’s most trusted parenting and relationship experts and the author of three books - 'Am I A Normal Parent?', 'Character Is the Key' and a book for couples – ‘How can I be your Lover when I’m too Busy Being your Mother?’ Learn more or listen to advice from Sara and her colleagues by searching for ‘helpmesara’ podcasts on iTunes or by visiting www.helpmesara.com. Check out her Facebook page at www.facebook.com/saradimermanhelpmesara or follow Sara on Twitter @helpmesara.
