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Gregg D. Jacobs, Ph.

Known for: Say Good Night to Insomnia: The Six-Week, Drug-Free Program Developed At Harvard Medical School

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Say Good Night to Insomnia: The Six-Week, Drug-Free Program Developed At Harvard Medical School

Say Good Night to Insomnia: The Six-Week, Drug-Free Program Developed At Harvard Medical School

mental_health·10 min read

This book presents a six-week, drug-free program for overcoming insomnia, developed at Harvard Medical School. It combines cognitive-behavioral techniques, relaxation methods, and lifestyle adjustments to help readers achieve restful sleep without medication.

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Understanding Insomnia and Why Pills Aren’t the Answer

When patients first come to me, they often feel defeated. They’ve tried everything—herbal remedies, meditation apps, and most commonly, prescription or over-the-counter sleep aids. While these medications can temporarily induce sleep, they do not address the root causes of insomnia. Worse still, the...

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Week 1: Establishing a Baseline

Your first step is to observe, not change. Many of my patients are surprised when I ask them to keep a sleep diary for an entire week without attempting to fix anything. This exercise helps us see patterns clearly: how much total sleep you’re actually getting, how much time you spend awake in bed, w...

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About Gregg D. Jacobs

Gregg D. Jacobs, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and sleep researcher affiliated with Harvard Medical School. He specializes in behavioral medicine and has developed non-drug treatments for insomnia and stress management.

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