Psychology

Sleep and Mental Health

Module code: C8910
Level 5
15 credits in autumn semester
Teaching method: Lecture
Assessment modes: Report, Coursework

We’re all familiar with struggling after a poor night’s sleep: irritability, low mood, and inability to focus are just some of the consequences of acute sleep loss.

But what happens when sleep is persistently disrupted? How does poor sleep interact with mental health over days, weeks, and even years?

In this module, you’ll discover how sleep and mental health are highly interconnected – with sleep disturbances underlying the development and maintenance of most psychopathologies. We’ll uncover the latest innovations for improving sleep and explore sleep problems in specific disorders, especially those which are less well-researched, such as ADHD, Depersonalisation, and OCD.

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of interactions between sleep and mental health
• Critically evaluate empirical research linking various sleep parameters to specific mental health disorders