Neuroscience | Sleep Disorders

🍐 In this episode of PodBites, Tala Alkhalaf is joined by Lana Hossari and Nour Alatassi to explore the fascinating world of sleep physiology and sleep disorders.

✨ This episode is also PodBites’ first-ever trio episode, featuring one host and two voice actors, bringing a dynamic and engaging approach to understanding the science behind sleep and its disruptions.

🎙️ Tune in to explore:

• The physiology of sleep, including the mechanisms that regulate the sleep–wake cycle and circadian rhythm
• The different stages of sleep (REM and non-REM) and their roles in brain and body function
• Insomnia and hypersomnia, and how sleep disruption affects cognition, mood, and daily functioning
• Narcolepsy, including hallmark features such as cataplexy, sleep paralysis, and hypnagogic hallucinations
• Sleep apnea, its pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and long-term health consequences
• Parasomnias, including sleepwalking, night terrors, and REM behavior disorder
• The clinical approach to recognizing, diagnosing, and managing common sleep disorders

🌟 A clear and clinically practical guide to understanding sleep disorders — connecting sleep physiology, clinical symptoms, and real-world diagnosis to help you recognize these conditions with confidence.