More than a sleep study – a roadmap to better sleep Poor sleep is more than just feeling tired—it can affect your mood, energy, performance, and overall well-being. In fact, research shows that over 30% of Australian adults experience poor sleep health. If you’ve been struggling with sleep, suspect a sleep disorder like insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), or …
Feeling Flat or Off? Your Sleep Might Be the Missing Piece.
In a world that never switches off, it’s easy to let sleep slide. With our attention being pulled in every direction, rising stress levels, and mental health services under strain, it’s all too easy to treat sleep like an optional extra. But it’s not a luxury – it’s essential. As part of Sleep Health Week 2025, the team at Sleep …
The impact of Shift-work on sleep
Optimising Sleep for Shift Workers The impact of Shift-work on sleep is a growing concern in industries like healthcare, emergency services, hospitality, transport, and mining. Regularly working outside the traditional 9-to-5 routine can take a toll on your rest and overall wellbeing. While not everyone who works shifts will develop a serious difficulties, research suggests that about 1 in 4 …
Do You Know What a Good Night’s Sleep Looks Like?
“Struggling with sleep? Simple changes in your routine can make a big difference.” Dr Melissa Ree, Clinical Psychologist Perth Most of us know that sleep is important, but have you ever thought about what actually makes for a healthy night’s sleep? It’s not just about the number of hours you spend in bed – quality, consistency, and timing all play …
Worried about missing your sleep window?: What It Really Means for Your Sleep
Missing your sleep window? Learn what it really means for your rest, and how to approach it with strategies to ease anxiety and improve your sleep.
Insomnia and physical health
Here, we look at the relationship between insomnia and physical health outcomes, the mechanisms at play, and the importance of addressing sleep-related worries.
The World of Dreaming
Dr Melissa Ree, director at Sleep Matters, spoke on the radio today about dreams. Listen to the short segment here or read on below for some fascinating facts about dreams and nightmares.
How do you respond to caffeine? How Genetics Influence Caffeine’s Impact on Sleep
We’re often asked about guidelines for caffeine use, and to properly advice an individual in front of us, we need to understand their caffeine sensitivity.
Better Sleep for Young people: Evidence-Based Tips for Parents
As a parent or caregiver, making sure your teen gets quality sleep is crucial. In today’s fast-paced world, many young people struggle to develop healthy sleep habits. That’s why we’re excited to share valuable insights from a UWA research team (including our very own Dr. Melissa Ree) on evidence-based strategies to promote better sleep in young people.
Revolutionising at-home sleep monitoring: Introducing the Somfit home sleep assessment device at Sleep Matters.
Sleep can be a difficult thing to perceive. For a start, falling asleep is defined by the absence of memory so it can be hard to judge when we cross over from wakefulness into sleep.
Would you like to participate in Insomnia treatment research?
As Perth’s first behavioural sleep medicine clinic, Sleep Matters is dedicated to helping people overcome sleep difficulties and improve their overall health and wellbeing. We believe that research plays a crucial role in advancing understanding of sleep disorders and finding effective treatments for sleep-related issues. Our current studies are in collaboration with The University of Western Australia and Compumedics Ltd. …
Exploring sleep wearables: Enhancing Benefits and Navigating Risks
In the fast-evolving landscape of sleep health, wearable devices have emerged as tools offering insights into our nightly rest. From sleek smartwatches, rings on our fingers, to discreet sensors nestled near our beds, these devices provide a glimpse into metrics like sleep-wake patterns, nocturnal movements, and even biostatistics such as heart rate and blood oxygen levels. While there are some …