How Sleep Heals the Brain | Dr. Leah Kaylor on Trauma, Memory, and Recovery

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman is joined by clinical psychologist and sleep expert Dr. Leah Kaylor to explore the hidden links between repetitive brain trauma, sleep, and mental health—especially in veterans and athletes. Dr. Kaylor unpacks the overlooked dangers of sub-concussive impacts, the neurological toll of poor sleep, and how trauma affects memory and cognition over time.Together, they discuss evidence-based, alternative therapies such as EMDR and brain spotting, as well as the vital role sleep plays in detoxifying the brain and restoring emotional balance. Dr. Kaylor also breaks down sleep architecture and offers practical strategies for improving sleep quality—ranging from behavioral changes to optimized routines.This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in brain health, trauma recovery, and unlocking better mental performance through sleep.Don’t forget to follow, like, share, and subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts to support the show and stay up to date with future episodes.🔗 Subscribe & Listen Now: 👉 YouTube 👉 Spotify 👉 Apple Podcasts Support brain injury advocacy and join the conversation about changing the future of sports safety. Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is sponsored by The Mac Parkman FoundationSupport The Mac Parkman Foundation by donating today!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CR24MY2GDUCZL CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW! Chapters00:00 Introduction to Repetitive Brain Trauma02:48 The Importance of Sleep in Mental Health05:37 Understanding Sub concussive Trauma08:23 Balancing Pharmaceuticals and Therapy12:29 Individualized Approaches to Trauma15:47 Exploring Emerging Therapies16:34 The Power of EMDR Therapy32:28 Understanding Memory Errors and Trauma39:47 The Importance of Sleep52:43 Improving Sleep Health and Lifestyle Changes https://www.mpfact.com/headsmart-app/ Follow Dr. Kaylor on LinkedIn and follow her on social media today!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-kaylor-ph-d-mp-rxp-a75497222/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuck.p.ritter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLeahKaylorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleahkaylorWebsite: https://www.drleahkaylor.com/Produced by Security Halt Media