Sleep scientist Jade Wu disagrees with Taylor Swift's claim that jet lag is a choice. Wu explains how jet lag disrupts our internal clocks, offers tips on managing jet lag when traveling, and discusses the physical and mental toll of jet lag on individuals.

I am fascinated by sleep and also—perhaps, relatedly—not very good at it. Like tens of millions of Americans, I've had trouble falling asleep and staying asleep for most of my life. I also know that sleep is the glue that holds together health—a fact that sometimes haunts me as I toss and turn at night. Behind the fitness and health fads, what's the truth about insomnia? How dangerous is it? When do we know when we have a problem? How is it different from sleep deprivation? What have we learned about sleep in the last few decades that's most important for average people to remember? Dr. Jade Wu, a behavioral sleep medicine specialist and researcher at Duke University School of Medicine and the author of 'Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications,' explains how the modern panic about sleep and insomnia misunderstands some fundamental facts.If you have questions, observations, or ideas for future episodes, email us at PlainEnglish@Spotify.com. You can find us on TikTok at www.tiktok.com/@plainenglish_Host: Derek ThompsonGuest: Dr. Jade WuProducer: Devon Manze Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Savvy Psychologist host Dr. Jade Wu is bringing us a special mini-series based on her new book, Hello Sleep: the Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications. In part two, we learn how to calm our overactive brains before sleep.Order your copy of Hello Sleep today:Amazon | Bookshop.org | AudibleA transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips.Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Links: https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologisthttps://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologisthttps://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych

Dr. Jade Wu, an expert in insomnia and sleep deprivation, shares insights on solving sleep problems. Topics include tiredness vs sleepiness, daily routines for optimal sleep, waking up in the middle of the night, and debunking myths about nighttime exercise and early bedtimes.

Jade Wu, a sleep specialist, discusses sleep tracking, genetics' impact on sleep, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for insomnia, challenging negative thoughts, conditioned arousal, and the importance of circadian rhythms for proper sleep. The podcast explores the complexities of sleep patterns, chronic insomnia, optimizing sleep hygiene, handling negative thoughts, and cultivating a good relationship with sleep for long-term benefits.