Unlocking Better Sleep: The Impact of Alcohol and What Helps
- Clean Slate Clinic
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Struggling to sleep since cutting back or quitting alcohol? You’re not alone - and there’s a reason for it. In this session, we unpack why sleep is so often disrupted during withdrawal and recovery, how alcohol impacts your brain’s natural sleep patterns, and why sleep issues can linger even after you stop drinking.
You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s going on in your body, plus practical tools to help you sleep more soundly - without relying on alcohol.
Watch the recording to learn:
✅ How alcohol affects the brain and body’s natural sleep cycles
✅ Why sleep disturbances are common in early withdrawal and recovery
✅ The science behind REM sleep, circadian rhythms, and sleep architecture
✅ Practical tools to improve sleep without relying on alcohol
✅ When to seek extra support, and what kind of help is available
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Speakers:
Dr Jenny Lee
Dr Jenny is an Australian-trained General Practitioner who is enthusiastic about all aspects of primary care, including addiction medicine. She is a strong believer in the power of incremental change and feels privileged to provide assistance to clients on their recovery journey.
Dr Chris Davis
Dr Chris is a GP, Addiction Medicine Specialist, and the co-founder & Medical Director of Clean Slate Clinic. With over 10 years of experience, he’s passionate about breaking down stigma, speaking openly about the things people often hide, and making support feel human - not clinical.
Further support:
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Questionnaires -
Find your morning/evening chronotype: Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire (MEQ) | QxMD
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea screening: The Official STOP-Bang Questionnaire Website and Epworth Sleepiness Scale | QxMD. We recommend seeing your GP if you have any questions or concerns.
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