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Dr. Nishi Bhopal is an integrative psychiatrist, sleep specialist, and founder of IntraBalance, an online educational program that focuses on sleep and mental wellness. As a resident, she experienced the importance of sleep affecting work and life performance. She is triple board-certified and has advanced training in Integrative Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Bhopal also incorporates elements of mindset coaching, yoga and meditation, and Ayurveda into her treatment approach. Her goal is to help patients find balance and optimize sleep without sacrificing health and relationships, so that each one can develop the best version of themselves, because everyone deserves to know how to sleep well.
Highlights
- Dr. Bhopal talks about the different stages of sleep; REM, deep sleep, stage two and stage one.
- She explains the importance of REM sleep for learning, memory consolidation, creativity, and problem solving.
- She says how much sleep is enough and how it varies between people; distinguishing between short and long sleepers.
- Dr. Bhopal says that caffeine and alcohol are not recommended for good quality sleep; caffeine blocks adenosine, and alcohol causes sleep disruption.
- Sleep Aids and why behavioral measures are better to manage insomnia.
- Components of Behavioural Cognitive Therapy for insomnia; Hygiene Sleep and Sleep Restriction.
- She talks about the benefits of short naps; 15/20 minute restorative naps.
To learn more about Dr. Nishi Bhopal, check out her website, or check out her Sleep Program.
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Dr. Nishi Bhopal is an integrative psychiatrist, sleep specialist, and founder of IntraBalance, an online educational program that focuses on sleep and mental wellness. As a resident, she experienced the importance of sleep affecting work and life performance. She is triple board-certified and has advanced training in Integrative Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Bhopal also incorporates elements of mindset coaching, yoga and meditation, and Ayurveda into her treatment approach. Her goal is to help patients find balance and optimize sleep without sacrificing health and relationships, so that each one can develop the best version of themselves, because everyone deserves to know how to sleep well.
Highlights
- Dr. Bhopal talks about the different stages of sleep; REM, deep sleep, stage two and stage one.
- She explains the importance of REM sleep for learning, memory consolidation, creativity, and problem solving.
- She says how much sleep is enough and how it varies between people; distinguishing between short and long sleepers.
- Dr. Bhopal says that caffeine and alcohol are not recommended for good quality sleep; caffeine blocks adenosine, and alcohol causes sleep disruption.
- Sleep Aids and why behavioral measures are better to manage insomnia.
- Components of Behavioural Cognitive Therapy for insomnia; Hygiene Sleep and Sleep Restriction.
- She talks about the benefits of short naps; 15/20 minute restorative naps.
To learn more about Dr. Nishi Bhopal, check out her website, or check out her Sleep Program.
Don’t forget to follow Dehl Nutrition on Instagram and Facebook!
How We Can Support Adrienne—and Each Other
Our community’s love and presence are powerful. Here’s how you can become a catalyst for this shared journey of transformation:
- Share Your Voice with an Honest Review on Apple Podcasts. Your thoughtful reviews help spread Adrienne’s message to those who need it most. Take a moment to leave a genuine review and strengthen our community together. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-bite/id1504295718
- Stay connected by following Health Bite on Spotify. Share your reflections in the comments and join the conversation. Your experiences and insights add richness to our collective growth. Follow and comment on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2jwdHPnWJaoBs2ZJe0nnP6
- Send #LoveNotes and Reach Out on Instagram. Let Adrienne know you’re walking this path with her by sending a #LoveNote or a direct message on Instagram. Your encouragement fuels her journey and fosters the connection that makes this community thrive. Adrienne’s Instagram handle here: https://www.instagram.com/dradrienneyoudim/
Together, we’re creating a space where vulnerability is met with support, and transformation is celebrated as a courageous act.