Sleep Optimization

First responders face sleep disorders at twice the rate of the general population. This presentation explores sleep cycles, their impact on mental health and cancer risk, and practical sleep hygiene tips for on-duty and off-duty use. Learn how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep in weeks, explore sleep trackers, and gain tools to enhance personal rest and support co-workers' well-being. 

Sections:

1. The High Stakes of Sleep Deprivation

2. Understanding and Achieving Optimal Sleep

3. Sleep Challenges in the First Responder World

4. Tools, Treatments, and Takeaways