Sleep is a basic necessity, as important as air, food, and water. We spend as much as one third of our lives sleeping, and yet sleep is often lost or taken for granted.

More than half of us don’t get enough sleep. Not only does this leave us tired and not at our best, but poor sleep can affect our ability to concentrate and retain new information, and alter our judgment and mood. Insufficient sleep may also lead to poor health. Studies reveal that people who sleep poorly are at greater risk for health concerns from obesity to high blood pressure.

This site provides information to assist you in learning more about improving your sleep:

Sleepio

Sleepio is a digital sleep improvement program based on cognitive behavioral techniques for insomnia (CBT-I).

Over the course of six sessions, your virtual sleep expert will teach you evidence-based cognitive and behavioral interventions, sleep hygiene education, and relaxation exercises.

To take advantage of Sleepio, you will have an initial consultation with an EAP counselor and have two additional sessions (in person or virtually) to support you through your sleep changes.

Call 319-335-2085 or email eaphelp@uiowa.edu for more information.