Sleep: How It Affects Mental Health

Send us Fan MailWe map the tight link between sleep and depression, from diagnosis to biology to treatment, and show why sleep is a proactive tool for mental health. We close with practical steps to reduce social jet lag and build a consistent sleep routine.• sleep as a core symptom and predictor of depression• insomnia vs hypersomnia as diagnostic clues• REM latency and density disruptions in depression• serotonin, norepinephrine and GABA dysregulation• CBT-I and chronotherapy as first-line sleep tools• antidepressants’ REM trade-offs and rapid-acting options• adolescents’ delayed phase and early school start impact• social jet lag and the case for consistency• one small habit as a first defenseThis podcast is created by Ai for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional medical or health advice. Please talk to your healthcare team for medical advice. Never miss an episode—subscribe on your favorite podcast app!