Webinar Highlights Sleep and MS with Dr Neil Stanley | S8E34

In this episode of Living Well with MS -- where we explore topics relating to living a full and healthy life with multiple sclerosis -- we are pleased to welcome Dr Neil Stanley as our guest! Neil is an independent sleep researcher who speaks with Overcoming MS facilitator Zillah Smart about getting a good night’s sleep with MS.  Watch this episode on YouTube. Keep reading for the topics, timestamps, and our guest’s bio. 03:07 Phases of Sleep 10:47 Changes in Sleep Quality as We Age 15:05 MS Induced Sleep Issues Including Insomnia and Restless Legs 23:23 Talking to Your Physician About Sleep Issues 26:53 Ideal Sleep Environment 31:09 Napping’s Effect on Nighttime Sleep 33:43 Shift Work and Sleep Quality 35:30 Strategies If You Wake in the Night 37:39 When to Treat Sleep Apnea 39:49 Morning Routines for a Good Night’s Sleep 40:49 Timing Exercise for Best Sleep Quality 41:55 Antidepressants and Sleep Quality 43:42 What Melatonin Can (and Can’t) Do 44:47 The Best Sleep Position 46:47 Can You Catch Up on Sleep? See all Webinar replays New to Overcoming MS? Learn why lifestyle matters in MS - begin your journey at our 'Get started' page Connect with others following Overcoming MS on the Live Well Hub Visit the Overcoming MS website Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Pinterest Don’t miss out: Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Listen to our archive of Living Well with MS here. Make sure you sign up to our newsletter to hear our latest tips and news about living a full and happy life with MS. Support us: If you enjoy this podcast and want to help us continue creating future podcasts, please leave a donation here. Feel free to share your comments and suggestions for future guests and episode topics by emailing [email protected]. If you like Living Well with MS, please leave a 5-star review.