Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast Series: Episode 251: Combatting the Negative Effects of Sleep Deprivation

Thursday, January 1, 2026, 2:00 AM - Thursday, July 30, 2026, 11:59 PM, Online


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.25 hours)

This episode will discuss how metabolism and lifestyle impact mental health, drawing on his extensive background in psychiatry, leadership, and advocacy.

1. Describe the cognitive, emotional, and physiological consequences of acute and chronic sleep deprivation.
2. Understand the biological mechanisms linking sleep loss to metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurological dysfunction.
3. Identify and evaluate evidence-based strategies that mitigate the cognitive and physiological harms of sleep deprivation.

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