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  • Sleep Health 14 | Bed Partners

    Sleep Health 14 | Bed Partners
    Jan 30 2025
    In this episode, Dr. Alison Bentley discusses the critical aspects of the sleep environment and its impact on sleep quality, and explains the four essential components for falling asleep.

    Dr. Bentley emphasises the importance of understanding individual sleep needs, including genetic factors that determine sleep duration and timing preferences, and addresses the impact of bed partners on sleep quality; including considerations for couples with different sleep needs and the effects of pets sharing the bed. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    52 min
  • Sleep Health 13 | Teen Sleep Secrets: Unlocking the Power of Sleep

    Sleep Health 13 | Teen Sleep Secrets: Unlocking the Power of Sleep
    Jan 27 2025
    This conversation discussed sleep health, particularly focusing on teenagers and their sleep patterns. Dr. Alison Bentley, from the Restonic Ezintsha Sleep Clinic, led the discussion with Amy-Dewes-Goulborn (counselor at Bryanston High School) and Gershom Aitchison (headmaster of Edu Inc. Private School).

    The conversation covered several key areas: daytime napping for teenagers, with Dr. Bentley explaining the optimal nap duration and timing; the importance of sleep quantity for teenagers, emphasizing their need for more sleep than adults; the impact of technology on sleep, particularly regarding melatonin production; sleep hygiene practices and routines; the relationship between sleep and academic performance, with Dr. Bentley highlighting how sleep consolidates learning; the effects of poor sleep on mental health and anxiety; and the use of melatonin supplements in treating sleep issues.

    The discussion also touched on the impact of pets on sleep quality and gender differences in sleep patterns as people age. Throughout the interview, Dr. Bentley emphasized the critical role of sleep in overall health, memory consolidation, and academic performance, while providing practical advice for parents and teenagers to improve sleep habits. Connect with Amy · Connect with Gershom · Bryanston High School · Edu Inc Private School · Restonic Ezintsha Sleep Clinic · Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    1 h et 7 min
  • Sleep Health 12 | CPAP Alternative Treatment Options

    Sleep Health 12 | CPAP Alternative Treatment Options
    Jan 6 2025
    In this episode, Dr. Alison Bentley presents a comprehensive overview of non-CPAP treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea. She explains that while CPAP is often considered the primary treatment for severe sleep apnea, there are alternative treatment options available.

    Dr. Bentley emphasises that sleep apnea often has multiple causes, and combining different treatment approaches may be more effective than relying on a single solution. She details each option's effectiveness, limitations, and implementation methods, while stressing the importance of proper medical supervision and follow-up sleep studies to verify treatment success. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    57 min
  • Sleep Health 11 | Holidays and Sleep

    Sleep Health 11 | Holidays and Sleep
    Dec 20 2024
    In this episode, Dr. Alison Bentley discusses how holidays affect sleep patterns. She identifies three main categories of sleep changes during holidays: improved sleep, unchanged sleep, and worsened sleep. She explains that sleep improvement often occurs for those with work-related sleep deprivation, night owls, and people traveling from high to low altitudes.

    Dr. Bentley emphasises that some sleep disorders, like insomnia and sleep apnea, may not improve during holidays. She details how travel (especially across time zones) can impact sleep quality and provides specific guidance on managing jet lag using melatonin.

    The discussion includes practical advice for different age groups and travel directions, with particular attention to east-west travel patterns. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    29 min
  • Sleep Health 10 | Exams and Sleep

    Sleep Health 10 | Exams and Sleep
    Oct 20 2024
    In this episode, we discuss the importance of sleep for effective studying and learning. Dr. Alison Bentley explains how sleep is crucial for memory formation, consolidation, and recall. She emphasises that compromising sleep can significantly impair one's ability to concentrate, focus, and retain information.

    Dr. Bentley covers various aspects of sleep, including sleep stages, sleep debt, and the impact of sleep quality on different types of memory. She also gives practical tips for managing sleep during exam period and offers guidance on the use of sleep aids.

    The key takeaway is that adequate, high-quality sleep is essential for optimal learning and academic performance. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    24 min
  • Sleep Health 09 | Sleep and Mental Health

    Sleep Health 09 | Sleep and Mental Health
    Oct 20 2024
    In this episode, Dr. Alison Bentley discusses the relationship between sleep and mental health, particularly focusing on anxiety and depression.

    Dr. Bentley explains how insomnia and other sleep disorders, like sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome, can contribute to the development of mood disorders, as well as how existing mental health conditions can disrupt sleep patterns. She gives an in-depth overview of different types of insomnia (acute, chronic, and insomnia disorder) and their underlying causes, perpetuating factors, and treatment approaches like cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBTI).

    The episode emphasises the importance of addressing sleep issues to improve mental health and overall well-being. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    44 min
  • Bedtime Stories (kids) 05 | Over in the Meadow read by Dr. Alison Bentley

    Bedtime Stories (kids) 05 | Over in the Meadow read by Dr. Alison Bentley
    Oct 20 2024
    "Over in the Meadow" is a classic nursery rhyme and counting poem traditionally attributed to Olive A. Wadsworth, though its origins may date back even further in folk tradition.

    First published in the 19th century, the poem uses a repetitive structure to introduce various animals, their habitats, and their young, while teaching counting from one to ten. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    3 min
  • Bedtime Stories (kids) 04 | (I Can Sing A) Rainbow

    Bedtime Stories (kids) 04 | (I Can Sing A) Rainbow
    Aug 2 2024
    (Story Song) (Lullaby) Colour their dreams ... red and yellow and pink and green. Purple and orange and blue. You're probably singing it in your head right now. Play the song at bedtime as a soothing lullaby that will have your baby learning ... and soothed to a peaceful sleep in glorious audio technicolour. Restonic SA Website · Instagram · Facebook · How to buy a bed ·
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    4 min