· Don Schmidt · Guides
Does Melatonin Work? CBT-I vs Natural Sleep Aids
Does melatonin work for insomnia? What the evidence says about melatonin, valerian and magnesium, when they help, and why CBT-I works better long term.
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· Don Schmidt · GuidesCBT-I vs Sleeping Pills and How to Get Off Them Safely
CBT-I vs sleeping pills, compared honestly. See how each works, the risks of long-term pill use, and how CBT-I helps you taper off safely in Alberta.
· Don Schmidt · GuidesOnline CBT-I in Alberta — Does Virtual Insomnia Therapy Work?
Thinking about online CBT-I in Alberta? Learn how virtual insomnia therapy works, who it suits, how it compares to in-person care, and how to book a session.
· Don Schmidt · GuidesIs CBT-I Covered in Alberta? Public vs Private Insomnia Treatment
Is CBT-I covered in Alberta? Learn what Alberta Health Care does and doesn't pay for, how extended health benefits work, and your public and private options.
· Don Schmidt · GuidesSurviving the Midnight Sun — CBT-I for Alberta's Long Summer Days
Can't sleep when it's still light at 10 p.m.? Learn practical CBT-I strategies to manage Alberta's long summer days, block the light, and get your sleep back.
· Don Schmidt · GuidesSleep Restriction Therapy — How It Works and Who It's For
Sleep restriction therapy sounds backwards, but it's one of the most effective parts of CBT-I. Learn how it works, who it suits, and how to try it in Alberta.