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Curious Minds: The Science of Sleep Season 1 Episodes

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

5 Episodes 2015 - 2015

Episode 1

Sleepless Society

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

From sleep apnea to insufficient sleep, Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Johns Hopkins University, explores the causes for sleep problems in today's hectic society - and discusses the essential role that rest plays on our well-being.

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Episode 2

A Good Night's Sleep

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

What happens to the brain at night when we fall asleep? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Johns Hopkins University, walks us through the stages of REM and NON/REM sleep and explains the processes that take place at each stage during the night.

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Episode 3

Good Sleep Healthy Life

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Johns Hopkins University, examines the impact of sleep deprivation on our physical and mental health, as well as on our overall wellness.

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Episode 4

Preventing Insomnia

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

If you have trouble falling asleep, waking up feeling rejuvenated might be a foreign concept to you. Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Johns Hopkins University, gives valuable tips for overcoming insomnia and following your body's natural signals for sleep.

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Episode 5

Drugs Vs Therapy

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

How can sleep disorders be treated? Dr. Michael Smith, Director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program at Johns Hopkins University, analyses the impact of behavioral sleep therapy, and the side effects of sleep medications.

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