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Wean Off Sleeping Pills: Sleep Doctor’s 5-Step Method

Tapering off sleeping pills can be challenging, but with the right approach, patients can regain natural sleep and confidence. Dr. Nishi Bhopal, a board-certified physician in sleep medicine and psychiatry, shares a comprehensive five-step guide to effectively tapering off sleep aids. This episode covers understanding the root causes of insomnia, employing cognitive behavioral therapy, the importance of a gradual tapering process, hyperbolic tapering techniques, and providing adequate patient support. Perfect for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their sleep medicine knowledge. Don’t forget to download Dr. Bhopal’s free melatonin brand guide for high-quality supplement recommendations!

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Why Insomnia Treatment Isn't Working: 3 Things Clinicians Often Miss

Why Your Insomnia Patients Aren’t Getting Better (And What You’re Missing)

Psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician Nishi Bhopal, MD explains why chronic insomnia can persist despite sleep hygiene, medications, supplements, melatonin, and even CBT-I, outlining three ...
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Sleep study normal, now what?

Sleep Study Is Normal but Your Patient Keeps Waking Up — What Are You Missing?

Dr. Nishi Bhopal MD, a psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician, explains how to evaluate patients who wake every few hours despite a “normal” sleep study, ...
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Dr. Bhopal interviews Dr. Amit Chopra, a psychiatrist and sleep specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, about the bidirectional relationship between major depressive disorder and sleep disorders.

Sleep & Major Depressive Disorder: A Psychiatrist’s Clinical Insights

Dr. Bhopal interviews Dr. Amit Chopra, a psychiatrist and sleep specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, about the bidirectional relationship between major ...
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Does Clinical Hypnosis Work For Insomnia?

Does Clinical Hypnosis Work For Insomnia?

Join Dr. Nadia Sarwar, a double board-certified pediatrician and palliative care physician, as she demystifies clinical hypnosis and its applications in treating sleep disorders and ...
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Are you treating patients with sleep complaints but lacking a dedicated insomnia measure? Join Dr. Nishi Bhopal MD to discover the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), a well-validated tool designed to assess insomnia severity, distress, and daytime impact.

How I Use the Insomnia Severity Index in Clinical Practice

Join Dr. Nishi Bhopal MD to discover the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), a well-validated tool designed to assess insomnia severity, distress, and daytime impact.
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Is integrative medicine a scam?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KhGIk9lM2s In this video, I’ll explain what melatonin is, how it works, and whether or not you should be taking it.
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Sleep Medicine Year in Review: How AI Changed My Practice in 2025

Sleep Medicine Year in Review: How AI Changed My Practice in 2025

In this video, Dr. Nishi Bhopal, a psychiatrist and sleep physician, provides a comprehensive overview of how AI has transformed the field of sleep medicine ...
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Before you prescribe sleep aids, watch this video

Before You Prescribe Sleep Aids, Watch This

In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked complexities of prescribing sleep aids. Learn why most sleep medications offer only modest benefits and discover a ...
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Managing Mood Changes in Perimenopause: A Guide for Healthcare Providers

Managing Mood Changes in Perimenopause: A Guide for Healthcare Providers

Discover key insights on women's mental health during perimenopause in this exclusive conversation with Dr. Harita Raja MD, a renowned women's mental health psychiatrist, and ...
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