Episode #79: How Do I Sleep Better? with Dr. Reller & Dr. Nishi Bhopal

Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I am joined by Dr. Nishi Bhopal, a psychiatrist and sleep specialist, to dive deep into the world of sleep medicine. In this episode, we explore the crucial components of the CSH framework: Circadian Rhythm, Sleep Drive, and Hyperarousal. Dr. Bhopal shares insights on how to optimize your sleep quality through light exposure, managing screen time, and understanding your body's sleep drive. We also discuss integrative and holistic approaches, including nutrition, exercise, and supplements, to enhance sleep health. Tune in to learn practical tips for improving your sleep and overall well-being.

Nishi Bhopal MD is board-certified in Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine, and Integrative Holistic Medicine. She is the founder and medical director of Pacific Integrative Psychiatry, an online practice in California where patients receive a whole-person approach to anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, including nutrition, psychotherapy, and integrative and functional medicine.

In addition to her private practice, Dr. Bhopal is the founder of IntraBalance, an educational platform for physicians and therapists that includes a YouTube channel and online courses on clinical sleep medicine for healthcare practitioners. Her passion is making clinical sleep medicine easy to understand and accessible to all.

00:28 - Introduction and Guest Introduction
01:08 - Dr. Bhopal's Journey to Sleep Medicine
04:40 - The CSH Framework Overview
09:14 - Importance of Light Exposure for Circadian Rhythm
12:18 - Managing Screen Time and Sleep
18:40 - Understanding Sleep Drive
23:08 - Hyperarousal and Sleep
29:54 - Integrative and Holistic Sleep Approaches
36:57 - The Role of Supplements in Sleep Health
47:57 - Dr. Bhopal’s Courses and Where to Find Her

LinkedIn:   / nishibhopal  
Youtube:    / intrabalance  
Instagram:   / intrabalance  
Facebook:   / intrabalancellc  
Private practice website: https://pacificintegrativepsych.com/

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