Autism Knows No Borders

Ready, Set, Sleep! with Emily Varon | TBT


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Discover what’s possible when a great day starts at bedtime.

Have you ever struggled with poor sleep? Or do you know of anyone who does? Whether you’re autistic or not, this episode with sleep specialist Emily Varon can help you sleep better, starting tonight.

Emily Varon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst from California who focuses on sleep-related behavior. With more than 20 years in the field, Emily offers families and clinicians a broader, long-view perspective of sleep, which can produce more sustainable results over time. 

Today’s conversation was originally released on June 9, 2022. We discuss:

  • The link between autism and poor sleep
  • Common sleep-related behaviors
  • Myths about poor sleep
  • How a sleep-deprived child can affect your family as a whole
  • How sleep contributes to learning and memory consolidation
  • Why you shouldn’t set an alarm clock to wake up
  • The importance of consistent bedtime routines
  • Tips to avoid screen dependency
  • The benefits of day-time napping
  • Recovering from sleep-debt
  • To learn more about Emily and her work, please visit our show notes at autismknowsnoborders.com.

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