Dive into the science of sleep with Dr. Michael Mak, a leading psychiatrist and sleep medicine specialist at CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) in Toronto. In this episode, we explore why sleep is essential for peak performance, memory consolidation, and mental health. Dr. Mak breaks down sleep stages (deep sleep, REM), the glymphatic system's role in brain detox and dementia prevention, and practical tips like CBT-I for insomnia, weighted blankets for anxiety, and debunking polyphasic sleep myths like Da Vinci's protocol. Learn about sleep apnea risks, blue light effects on melatonin, optimal sleep positions, and student strategies for better focus and exam success.Whether you're battling sleep deprivation, optimizing for cognitive enhancement, or seeking evidence-based sleep hacks, this episode delivers actionable insights to boost your physical, mental, and emotional resilience. Perfect for biohackers, students, professionals, and anyone chasing better rest.Subscribe for more science-driven discussions on health optimization, biotech, and performance. Like and comment your biggest sleep takeaway! #SleepScience #InsomniaTips #PeakPerformance #MentalHealth #SleepOptimizationDr. Michael Mak's profile: https://psychiatry.utoronto.ca/faculty/michael-makIn Vivo on X - https://x.com/InVivoPodOnXIn Vivo on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@InVivoPodcastIn Vivo on Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-vivo/id1775578563In Vivo on Amazon Podcasts - https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/1ac4dbec-df46-4d1f-b0a1-742e9656ef44/in-vivo