June 12, 2023

118: Andrew Tubbs, MD/Ph.D. Candidate & Researcher: “Mind After Midnight”, How Your Mind Is Different At Night & How To Navigate It Powerfully

54 minutes

Unlock the secrets to a healthier mind as we dive into the profound impact of sleep on your mental state.

Our guest, Andrew Tubbs, MD/Ph.D. candidate and renowned researcher, sheds light on the groundbreaking "Mind after Midnight" study.

Andrew shares insights into the impact of circadian regularity on mental well-being and other significant factors contributing to increased suicide risks and potential strategies for prevention.

Gain expert advice from Andrew on how to avoid impaired judgment during sleep-deprived wakefulness. Plus, strategies to deal with sudden wake-ups, staying asleep, and paving the way for more restorative sleep experiences.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to deepen your sleep and mental health understanding. Tune in now and embark on a journey to unlock a healthier mind.

BIO:
Andrew Tubbs is an MD/Ph.D. candidate and researcher in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. His work focuses on how sleep and circadian rhythms influence suicidal thoughts and behaviors.

SHOW NOTES:

😴 What drew Andrew to the sleep and mental health field?

😴 The power of sleep: understanding the link to mental health
• Chronic sleep problems can contribute to suicide risk
• A significant portion of suicides, around 20%, occur during key nighttime hours

😴 Shedding light on suicide risks:
• What are the factors linked to suicide?
• What is Suicide Crisis Syndrome?

😴 What is "Mind after midnight"?
• How does "Mind after midnight” affect decision-making and regulation of emotions?

😴 Andrew's expert insights:
• Andrew's advice to avoid impaired judgment during "Sleep-Deprived Wakefulness."
• Strategies for dealing with abrupt wake-ups and staying asleep
• Significance of circadian regularity.

😴 The rule of melatonin in adjusting circadian rhythms

😴 Exploring the effectiveness of sleep medications. (Z Drugs, Benzodiazepines, Dual Orexin Receptor).

😴 How blue light affects mental health

😴 What could we learn from Andrew’s sleep-night routine?

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