CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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The big sleep update with Dr. Michael Mak
The big sleep update with Dr. Michael Mak
The big sleep update with Dr. Michael Mak
Wednesday 26th April 2023
Discover how sleep impacts mental health with Dr. Michael Mak and Dr. David Gratzer, covering modern treatments and innovations in sleep medicine.
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CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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Get the buttons here!Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep: Dr. Michael Mak on Mental Health and Modern Treatments
Episode Overview
- Sleep disturbances in mental disorders and stress
- Common sleep complaints in psychiatric patients
- Evolution of sleep treatments and therapies
- Exciting developments in psychopharmacology
- The significance of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI)
Sleep, new medications, new therapies, what to make of it all. Welcome to Quick Takes. My name is Dr. David Gratzer. I'm a psychiatrist here at CAMH. Joining me today is Dr. Michael Mack, a psychiatrist at CAMH.
Struggling to get a good night's sleep or know someone who is? In this episode of 'Quick Takes', Dr. David Gratzer sits down with sleep medicine specialist Dr. Michael Mak to dive into the fascinating world of sleep and its profound impact on mental health. From common sleep issues to the latest in treatment options, they cover it all. Dr.
Mak breaks down how insomnia and other sleep disorders can wreak havoc on mental well-being and discusses the newest family of insomnia treatments, comparing them to older methods. Curious about the best treatment options? They explore everything from medication to cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI). Plus, you'll learn about innovative tools like mobile apps and web resources that are making waves in sleep therapy. Dr.
Mak also introduces us to REM behavioral sleep disorder, a newly recognized condition linked to neurological illnesses. If you're keen to understand how sleep affects mental health and want to stay updated on the latest advancements in sleep medicine, this episode is packed with valuable insights.