There’s nothing noble about getting too little sleep. People who are sleep deprived are less productive than others, and that’s just the tip of the disaster iceberg. Saber Psychiatry provides sleep assessments/evaluations and treatment for everyone in the family. We are conveniently located in Franklin, Tennessee, convenient to Nashville and other parts of Davidson or Williamson County. We are accepting new clients, so call us at 615-678-7839 to schedule a visit and discuss evaluations and treatment plans. Our offices are open on Mondays from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm and on Wednesdays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
- Dr. Moturi is board-certified for sleep disorders in children, adolescents, and adults
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Conservative use of medication
- We will test whether other medical conditions are responsible for the behavior/condition for which you are seeking treatment
- Evaluate and treat sleep disorders such as:
- Narcolepsy
- Sleep apnea
- Nightmares, night terrors
- Bedwetting
- Insomnia
- More
- Also assess and treat:
- Attention Deficit Disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADD/ADHD)
- Anxiety disorders/adjustment disorders, including social anxiety with or without panic attacks, phobias, and more
- Depression, rumination
- Dysfunctional behaviors such as self-harm, body dysmorphia, etc.
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychoses
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenic-affective disorders
- Personality disorders
- Disordered thinking
- Related challenges
- Family therapy
- Conservative approach to medication
- In-person & telehealth visits
What to Expect from a Sleep Assessment
We’ll ask questions about your energy level, sleep practices, and whether you fall asleep during the day. Some problems are addressed by teaching good sleep hygiene, which includes regular bed and waking times, avoidance of caffeine & alcohol before bedtime, and reducing distractions.
A standard office visit is not always enough to diagnose sleep apnea, limb movement disorders, narcolepsy, sleepwalking, REM disorders, or other causes of sleep deficits.
Sleep studies are non-invasive overnight exams that allow doctors to monitor you while you sleep. You’ll go to a sleep center, which is often a set of dedicated hotel rooms near a hospital or other medical center.
Medical professionals use an EEG (electroencephalogram) on your scalp to measure brain activity, look for disruptions in REM (dream state) and/or non-REM sleep, and measure eye movements. They will also attach sensors (no needles) to measure oxygen levels, heart- and breathing rates, and body movements.
The Importance of Sleep
We still hear people boast about how little sleep they get. Sleep deprivation is not an accomplishment; there’s a reason that denying people sleep qualifies as torture.
Insufficient sleep contributes to:
- Obesity, difficulty losing weight
- Lowered immune responses
- Irritability
- Lack of concentration
- Word-finding difficulties
- Forgetfulness
- Slower reaction times
- Increased likelihood of being in a traffic collision
- Clumsiness
- Difficulty handling stress
- Decreased creativity
- Impaired decision making
- Strokes, heart attacks
- Migraines
- Decreased ability to recover from injuries
Saber Psychiatry wants you to sleep well and, therefore, do well. Call us at 615-678-7839 for an appointment.