Sleep 101: Getting Better Rest

Product Description

Overview

Sleep is one of our body’s most basic physiological needs, but it is easy to forget its importance in the rush of everyday life. Too often, sleep becomes disturbed, leading to decline in our physical, mental, social and spiritual health. Sarah Wahl, Ph.D., identifies common sleep problems and offers strategies for improved sleep quality.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

1. Learn the basic science informing current sleep research and treatment;
2. Identify common sleep problems and associated emotional, cognitive, and interpersonal difficulties resulting from sleep disturbance; and
3. Develop strategies for improved sleep.

Who Should Participate

Priests, deacons, men and women religious, lay ministers, and those involved in vocations, formation, or clergy and ministry personnel needs.

Reflection Questions

Questions for reflection and discussion prior to the learning session are provided below.

1. Are there times when my sleep is better? Worse? Can I identify any sleep patterns?
2. Do I practice healthy sleep hygiene?
3. What are some of the ways poor sleep impacts my work and relationships?