Sleep and the Postmenopausal Woman

Host: Lisa Mazzullo, MD Guest: Joyce Walsleben, RN, PhD Complaints of sleep disturbances are much more common in women than in men. In this segment we explore the etiology of insomnia that contributes to the greater prevalence of insomnia in women, especially in their postmenopausal years. Treatment modalities, alternatives to medications and tidbits on how to improve your patient’s quality of sleep is all discussed with Dr. Walsleben- a dedicated physician who has researched and cared for patients who suffer from sleep disturbances for over 20 years.