Why are we struggling to sleep?
Summary
Newstalk Breakfast discusses the growing challenges to sleep quality in modern society, featuring expert insights on how rising temperatures, artificial light, and 24-hour work cultures disrupt rest. The segment highlights the phenomenon of "orthosomnia," where an obsessive focus on wearable sleep data and misleading social media advice actually worsens sleep outcomes. The discussion offers practical advice for improving sleep hygiene, such as managing light exposure, limiting caffeine and alcohol, and establishing wind-down routines.
Topics discussed
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Show intro and topic introduction
Impact of rising temperatures on sleep
Effects of 24-hour society and technology
The paradox of trying to perfect sleep
Orthosomnia and social media misinformation
Request for expert insights on sleep
Individual strategies for better sleep
Wind-down routines and seeking specialist help
Call for societal and policy changes
Contact information for the show
News Talk Breakfast sign-off
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