Sleep Health for the Whole Family
It takes good skills to ensure everyone is sleeping well, especially when you bring people of all ages together under one roof, with different sleep needs and biorhythms. That’s where this family sleep course comes in! We will guide you through family sleep solutions: how sleep and circadian rhythms change across the lifespan, starting with school age children. Learn how sleep is impacted by ADHD too. Teens have unique sleep challenges, as their bodyclock shifts later and school starts earlier, squeezing their opportunity to sleep. In adulthood, 35% of people have sleep complaints, which has a profound effect on health, performance and relationships. We’ll do a deep dive into the red flags of sleep disorders, learn which are most prevalent at various ages, and what the next steps are to get evaluation and treatment. Throughout the course you’ll learn strategies to improve the sleep of everyone in the household. This is essential information for all parents and families, and anyone who’s concerned about both family and sleep. These are skills that will stick with you for life! (Note: course begins with 5 year old sleep issues, and does not include infant or toddler sleep training).
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Why Learn to Sleep Well now?
You can become more energetic and enthusiastic for life.
When we're sleepy we lose that joi de vive that fuels our days. Recapture the energy you naturally have when you sleep well night after night. Have the energy you need to not only meet your commitments, but enjoy the extras that bring meaning to your life.
You can get the sleep you need to perform well every day.
When we don’t get the sleep we need, it carries over to impair our performance on the job at work and at home. Learn sleep skills so that you can rely on being at the top of your game with both cognitive and physical performance. You’ll notice the improvement, and so will your boss and co-workers.
You can feel emotionally calm and happy.
Research shows that poor sleep impacts not only our performance, but also our mood and ability to emotionally connect with others. This is where having sleep skills pays off in a better mood, and better relationships with your loved ones. This can be positively life-changing!
Dr. Catherine Darley
Dr. Catherine Darley is a pioneering internationally recognized expert in the use of natural, behavioral, and lifestyle medicine for the treatment of sleep disorders. After decades of patient care, she is bringing this know-how to you in these Skilled Sleeper courses. Dr. Darley’s interest in founding Naturopathic Sleep Medicine arises from the belief that since sleep is so basic and essential to health, it makes sense to use the most effective natural therapies to help people obtain the sleep they need.
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The Sleep Health for the Whole Family Course
Module 1: Sleep Across the Lifespan
It takes good skills to ensure everyone is sleeping well, especially when you bring people of all ages together under one roof, with different sleep needs and biorhythms. That’s where this family sleep course comes in! We will guide you through family sleep solutions: how sleep and circadian rhythms change across the lifespan, starting with school age children. Learn how sleep is impacted by ADHD too. Teens have unique sleep challenges, as their bodyclock shifts later and school starts earlier, squeezing their opportunity to sleep. In adulthood, 35% of people have sleep complaints, which has a profound effect on health, performance and relationships. We’ll do a deep dive into the red flags of sleep disorders, learn which are most prevalent at various ages, and what the next steps are to get evaluation and treatment. Throughout the course you’ll learn strategies to improve the sleep of everyone in the household. This is essential information for all parents and families, and anyone who’s concerned about both family and sleep. These are skills that will stick with you for life! (Note: course begins with 5 year old sleep issues, and does not include infant or toddler sleep training).
Module 2: Circadian Rhythms Across the Lifespan
Living in a family household, you intuitively know that people of different ages tend to sleep at different times. Why is that? Is it inevitable, or could we all somehow get on the same schedule? Circadian rhythms are at the center of this difference. Not only do circadian rhythms impact sleep, but also alertness and performance, as well as health parameters. First, build your understanding of how circadian rhythms work. Then refine that with an understanding of how environmental factors such as light and darkness exposure can shift our circadian rhythms. Design lifestyle routines for your family that positively strengthen circadian rhythms to promote optimal performance and deep sleep.
Module 3: Sleep in Childhood
Sleep in childhood is unique in a few special ways. This has benefits for growth, yet also increases some sleep disorders such as night terrors and sleep walking. Other common sleep disorders in children include obstructive sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and insufficient sleep syndrome. Sleep problems impact both children’s behavior, and their ability to learn. Identify the red flags of sleep disorders in kids, and learn what are the best next steps if you suspect a sleep disorder. Determine how much sleep your child does best with, “exactly how many hours of sleep do a 6 year old need?” and create a lifestyle that allows that sleep night-after-night. The last section discusses sleep in children with ADHD and other conditions. (Starts with age 5 year old sleep issues).
Whether or not they want to, teens’ body clock shifts later so they fall asleep later and wake up later. This can be tough on teens and families alike, as often school start times prevent them from getting the sleep they need. This module focuses on practices to optimize teen sleep as much as possible so they can meet the demands of their day. During the teen years the sleep environment starts to have a bigger impact, so learn how to create an optimal sleep space. We will also discuss sleep disorders that can show up in the teen years, and where to follow up if you suspect a problem. Get your whole family sleeping well!
Module 5: Sleep in Adulthood
It’s 35% of adults who have insufficient sleep, 15% have chronic insomnia, 15% have restless legs syndrome, and 10% have obstructive sleep apnea. Though these are the most common sleep problems, though there are many more (58!). Sleep also has a profound effect on our overall health, increasing the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, chronic pain, Alzheimer’s disease and stroke, to name just a few. For family sleep institute these family sleep habits. Create time for the sleep you need to thrive, we’ve got tips and skills to get you there! Assess if you have red flags of sleep disorders, and learn the best next steps. The module ends with information particularly on men’s sleep health.
Module 6: Women’s Sleep Across the Lifespan
Starting in puberty, women have more sleep complaints than men. Yet it's only recently that researchers have begun to understand why women have this experience. We’ll start off looking at the monthly hormone cycle, and how it impacts women’s sleep. Learn ways to keep your sleep solid throughout the month. Next evaluate the increase in sleep complaints and disorders in pregnancy, and the impact on the mother and infant. The last lesson is all about sleep changes during the menopausal transition and into the older years. Throughout this module you’ll learn how some sleep disorders show up differently in women, and what to keep an eye out for specifically. Get the whole family sleeping well!
Module 7: Senior Sleep and Circadian Rhythms
Changes to our sleep physiology with age change our experience. Along with that, our circadian rhythm can become muted, so we’re awake more in the night, and fall asleep more easily during the day. Learn what is normal and what needs further evaluation. There’s also a big increase in the prevalence of sleep disorders. Sleep problems in themselves can be red flags of other medical conditions emerging, including Parkinson’s disease and diabetes, among others. Learn strategies to preserve quality sleep, and maintain energy during the day, in various living situations. These are family sleep solutions. During our golden years we want the best for ourselves and our loved ones, sleep is key.
What Students Say
“Dr. Darley's Women's Health course was wonderful! She provided so many tips for me and my babies sleep in a clear and engaging way.”
- A.E., Women’s Sleep Health student
- D.A., Skilled Sleeper student
So many people don’t have the skills they need to truly sleep well. Let’s change that, starting today. Invest $295 in getting the sleep you need to be your best self.
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