245: Ryan Gober, Neuroscience PhD: When Your Nervous System Won’t Switch Off

Dr. Ryan Gober, Medical Science Liaison at Electromedical Products International (EPI). Dr. Gober shares his insights on the science behind Alpha-Stim, its clinical applications for anxiety, insomnia, and pain, and the role of non-invasive brain stimulation in mental health treatment.Electromedical Products International (EPI) is a medical device company specializing in developing neuromodulation technologies including its flagship product, Alpha-Stim.   Alpha-Stim is a FDA cleared medical device which utilizes a form of non-invasive electrical stimulation  to treat symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, and pain.  Ryan Gober is a Medical Science Liaison with EPI's Medical Affairs team responsible for sharing scientific and clinical information related to the Alpha-Stim device.  Prior to joining EPI, Ryan completed an NIH research fellowship followed by a PhD in translational neuroscience where he performed research on behavioral health conditions and developed an interest in non-pharmacological options for treating mental health conditions, leading him to join Alpha-Stim.  SHOWNOTES: 😴  What is Alpha-stim, and how does brain stimulation support sleep?😴  Why are anxiety and insomnia so deeply interconnected?😴  How can drug-free tools help when medications fall short?😴  How does alpha-stim work through cranial nerves and brain networks?😴  Why is reducing rumination key for calming a racing mind at night?😴  How does the default mode network keep people awake?😴  What does clinical research show about insomnia outcomes?😴  How long does it take to see sleep quality improvements?😴  Why is consistency more important than instant results for insomnia?😴  Can daytime use still improve nighttime sleep?😴  What makes alpha-stim different from vagus nerve stimulators?😴  Why might nervous system regulation outperform “knock-you-out” solutions?😴  And many more SPONSORS:🧠 If You “Can’t Turn Your Brain Off” At Night…try a quality magnesium supplement that addresses ALL the necessary forms of magnesium that you need to support calming your nervous system and sleeping deeply. https://magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill  GUEST LINKS:Instagram: https://alpha-stim.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gober-phd-967bb4135/DISCLAIMER:The information contained in this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Next Steps To Upleveling Your Sleep - Website: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/    ‘Sleep Obsessions’ Monday Newsletter: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/newsletter8-Week Wearable Group “Optimize Your Sleep” Program: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/optimizeSleep Is A Skill Podcast: https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollie-eastman-sleep-is-a-skill-82531825/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollie.eastmanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sleepisaskill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sleepisaskill/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SleepIsASkillYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-IU372xapHLvXnZRbXU7A