"Almost 4 in every 10 Australians are regularly not having enough quality sleep"
Costs of inadequate sleep in Australia (Deloitte Access Economics, 2017).
To provide practical, common-sense approaches to improving sleep, grounded in robust scientific research and clinical experience. I draw on my dual expertise as a researcher and clinician to provide a well-rounded perspective on sleep health.
Science-Based Insights:
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Learn about some of the latest findings in sleep science, presented in an accessible and engaging manner.
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Understand the role of sleep in maintaining wellbeing, beyond the current hype and buzzwords.
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Every piece of information is backed by rigorous scientific research.
Debunking myths and misconceptions:
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Gain clarity on widely misunderstood aspects of sleep.
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Learn that we don’t need to measure, optimise, or ‘perfect’ our sleep in order to live well.
Practical, everyday tips:
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Receive actionable advice and practical strategies to achieve good sleep.
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Learn how simple changes to our habits and mindframe can make a significance difference in sleep patterns.
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My presentations are designed to be authentic, engaging, interactive and memorable.
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In my experience, people come with lots of questions about their sleep. Where possible, I like to gather these ahead of time and incorporate into my talks. I also like to dedicate at least 15 minutes to Q&A.
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They can be delivered face-to-face or virtually.
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Improve workplace wellbeing and productivity.
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A deeper understanding of how sleep works, and what normal sleep looks like.
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Information and tools to understand your unique sleep needs and how to meet them.
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Confidence to manage when life inevitably gets in the way of sleep, and how to get back on track.
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More Detail
People with sleep disorders also leave the workforce earlier and are employed at a lower rate than their healthy sleeping counterparts.
Reduced Employment Participation
People with sleep disorders take more sick leave, averaging 11.5 days per year compared to 6 days for those without chronic conditions
Absenteeism
Poor sleep leads to reduced productivity while at work, contributing to lower overall output and efficiency
Presenteeism
Key Facts
10.5 Days
Annual days absent vs a good sleeper.
32% of the Workforce
are poor sleepers. 19% have clinical insomnia (moderate to severe insomnia)
50% increase
increased risk of occupational injury, absenteeism and error or safety violation attributed to fatigue in employees with a sleep disorder.
$3,958 pa
Total annual sleep-related productivity losses per affected employee in Australia.
Dr Amelia was great! Interesting, warm & welcoming, open to questions & I learnt some new things. I’ve recommended her to our HR for a staff talk
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