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Body Stuff: Do you really need 8 hours of sleep?

May 30, 2022

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Jen Gunter, a leading voice in women's health, is joined by sleep experts Dr. Colleen Carney and Dr. Ben Reese. They tackle the myth of the '8-hour sleep rule,' diving into how sleep varies individually. Anxiety and technology's impact on sleep quality are explored, along with the historical context of sleep practices. They also debunk melatonin myths and emphasize the importance of sleep hygiene, encouraging listeners to rethink their sleep strategies for better rest.

33:18

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Dr. Ben Reese

Dr. Colleen Carney

Jen Gunter

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Are You Short Sleepers?

01:32

Intro

2min

The Sleep Dilemma: Understanding Anxiety and Technology

6min

The Evolution of Sleep Awareness

14min

Understanding Insomnia: Causes, Consequences, and Treatment

5min

Debunking Melatonin Myths

9min

Exploring Vaginal Health Myths and Misconceptions

3min

We all know a good night’s sleep is essential, but for many people, sleeping well (or falling asleep at all) can be difficult and even stressful– and there’s no shortage of tales about what prevents people from catching their ZZZs. In this episode, Dr. Jen digs into ``how to sleep'' culture– from blue light blockers to sleep hygiene enthusiasts, to the 8 hours a night rule to… witches?! Don’t sleep on this episode–because it might just have you skipping the melatonin supplements and rethinking sleep rituals –before jumping into bed for a well-deserved snooze. This is an episode of Body Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective. To hear more episodes on the lies we're told (and sold) about our personal health, follow Body Stuff wherever you're listening to this.

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