Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults
From Rio Bravo qWeek by Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program
April 20, 2026 · 28 min · Season 1
About this episode
Moira Williams discusses the history and treatment of insomnia in adults, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.
Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults Moira Williams (OMS III) explains how to collect a history of insomnia and the first-line treatments, especially Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She briefly explains all components of CBT-I and BBT-I. Dr. Arreaza adds insight about OSA and sleep hygiene. Written by Moira Williams, OMS III, Western University of Health Sciences. Editing and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD. You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice.
People in this episode
Host: Hector Arreaza
Guest: Moira Williams
Topics covered
- insomnia
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- sleep hygiene
- adult health
- sleep disorders
Keywords
- insomnia
- CBT-I
- sleep hygiene
- OSA
- adult health
Sponsors
Clinica Sierra Vista
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Western University of Health Sciences, Clinica Sierra Vista
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