Sleep Testing & Optimization

Up to 70 million Americans have sleep disorders, which can negatively affect their physical and mental health when left untreated. Advanced registered nurse practitioner Stephanie Blanshan, ARNP, and the team at Resonance Psychiatry offer sleep testing and optimization to help you or your child sleep soundly. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking a telehealth appointment online today. 

What is sleep testing and optimization?

Sleep testing and optimization at Resonance Psychiatry finds the cause of sleep impairment and treats it to help you feel better and function more effectively throughout the day.  

Getting high-quality sleep can also maximize your physical health in addition to your cognitive and mental well-being. 

What are the benefits of sleep testing and optimization?

Sleep testing and optimization may offer the following benefits:

• Higher-quality sleep
• More energy
• Mood improvements
• Easier ability to focus and perform
• Lower risk of chronic diseases
• Reduced risk of accidents
• Improved school or work performance
• Less irritability 

Getting plenty of high-quality sleep by taking advantage of sleep testing and optimization helps maximize how you feel during the day and can enhance your overall quality of life. 

Which symptoms can sleep testing and optimization help address?

Sleep testing and optimization at Resonance Psychiatry may help treat the following conditions and more:

• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Depression
• Other mood disorders
• Insomnia and other sleep disorders 
• Fatigue
• Brain fog
• Burnout
• Obesity
• Low cognitive performance

Adults should aim for 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. Children and teenagers often need more sleep than adults. 

Which sleep testing and optimization treatment is best suited for me?

The Resonance Psychiatry experts discuss your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle. They also complete a mental health evaluation and may suggest genetic testing or other lab work to learn which other diagnostic tests or treatments may be right for you. 

What can I expect during sleep testing and optimization?

You might undergo an in-facility or at-home sleep study to determine if you have a sleep disorder and which type you might have. This entails wearing specialized devices while you sleep to detect breathing irregularities and overall sleep quality. 

Your customized sleep optimization treatment plan may consist of:

• Lifestyle changes
• Stress management
• Individual or family therapy
• Dietary supplements
• Medication management
• Breathing devices
• Psychotherapy

It’s helpful to maintain a regular bedtime schedule and routine, eat a balanced diet, stay active, and minimize stress. 

Aim to go to bed about the same time each night and avoid blue light, naps, large meals, caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine late in the day or right before bed. 

Follow up with the Resonance Psychiatry experts to ensure your treatment is effective and call the office anytime with questions.

Take advantage of sleep testing and optimization at Resonance Psychiatry by calling the office or booking a telehealth appointment online today.