Frequently Asked Questions

What strategies can help with adjusting to a different sleep/wake pattern?

  • Light exposure, timed correctly within the circadian rhythm, is a powerful way of adjusting our internal body clock and adapting to a new sleep/wake routine.
  • Melatonin, a natural hormone produced by our bodies, also helps to regulate the body clock. Taking extra melatonin in tablet form, at the right time, may be helpful.
  • When travelling overseas, it is best to adjust to the new timezone (i.e. bedtime, wake time, meal times) as soon as possible. Some people find it helpful to alter their bedtime a day or two before they travel.

Dr Adrian Chazan

MBBS MELB FRACP

Dr Chazan is a Respiratory & Sleep Physician, and General Physician. Born in Melbourne, he undertook his basic medical training at the University of Melbourne. With a passion for sleep and breathing, he trained at world-renowned centres of excellence in Melbourne and Sydney, including Westmead Hospital, the Alfred Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. Adrian has been involved in research activities in the fields of sleep apnoea, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and exercise physiology.

Adrian utilises the latest findings in sleep research as well as the emerging technologies in diagnosis and treatment. He takes a patient-centered approach to medical care with the aim of empowering his patients to achieve better sleep and optimal long-term health outcomes.

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