Insomnia

Insomnia

Can we overcome insomnia with psychological strategies?

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36 mins

Explore the complex world of insomnia in this skoob that delves into paradoxical insomnia, fear-induced sleep disruptions, and medication risks. This skoob examines psychological factors behind chronic insomnia, supported by brain scan evidence. Also learn the historical evolution of sleep treatments and their efficacy.

Ep 1:

The Fear Behind Every Sleepless Night

Why do you feel wide awake when you're actually sleeping more than you think? Explore paradoxical insomnia, the fear that fuels sleeplessness, and the brain's strange half-asleep states.

Ep 2:

Chasing Sleep in a Pill Bottle

From barbiturates to Ambien, the century-long hunt for a perfect sleep pill left addiction, tragedy, and thalidomide babies in its wake—and still no proof of better mornings.

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Discussions (14)

Maxwell

Level 4 · 9 mo ago

Mfer really tryna gaslight me into thinking I slept

Stephen

Level 3 · 8 mo ago

Fear is the causal factor

Isabella

Level 6 · 9 mo ago

The Ambien zombie stories are terrifying! Driving while asleep? That is absolutely INSANE behavior!

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