top of page

Sleep
Occupational therapy (OT) views sleep as a foundational occupation essential for overall health and well-being. Practitioners use a holistic, person-centered approach to assess and intervene in sleep problems, addressing physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors.


Understanding the Population at Risk for Sleep Problems
Sleep problems affect millions of people worldwide, yet many underestimate how widespread and serious these issues can be. Certain groups face a higher risk of developing sleep disorders, which can lead to significant health challenges. Understanding who is most vulnerable and why helps us recognize the importance of addressing sleep problems early and effectively. Insomnia is one common sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep. It also can cause you
vikstevens
Jan 265 min read


The Inseparable Link Between Sleep and Well-being
Sleep problems are a significant and growing worldwide health issue, often described as a global epidemic. Sleep problems can be described as the difficulty in initiating or maintaining sleep or suffering from non restorative sleep. Sleep is fundamentally essential for numerous aspects of human function and well-being. It is a vital process that the body requires to repair itself and function properly. Sleep is not only a major activity that occupies about one-third of our l
vikstevens
Jan 156 min read


The Critical Role of Occupational Therapists in Addressing Sleep Issues
Sleep problems affect millions of people worldwide, disrupting daily life, reducing productivity, and harming overall health. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, sleep is a basic human need and an essential occupation across the lifespan. Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a conceptualisation of the needs (or goals)that motivate human behaviour, which was proposed by the American psychologist Abraham Maslow, in 1943. The Benefits of quality sleep include improved: Cardiova
vikstevens
Jan 74 min read
bottom of page