{"id":50280,"date":"2025-08-12T14:21:34","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T18:21:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/behavioralobservations.com\/?p=50280"},"modified":"2025-08-12T14:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T18:21:39","slug":"sleep-autism-and-screen-time-session-308-with-emily-varon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/behavioralobservations.com\/be_obs\/sleep-autism-and-screen-time-session-308-with-emily-varon","title":{"rendered":"Sleep, Autism, and Screen Time: Session 308 with Emily Varon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Embed Player\" src=\"https:\/\/play.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37779035\/height\/128\/theme\/modern\/size\/standard\/thumbnail\/yes\/custom-color\/233d61\/time-start\/00:00:00\/playlist-height\/200\/direction\/backward\/download\/yes\/font-color\/FFFFFF\" height=\"128\" width=\"100%\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"true\" mozallowfullscreen=\"true\" oallowfullscreen=\"true\" msallowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border: none;\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Listen on: <a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/sleep-autism-and-screen-time-session-308-with-emily-varon\/id1086413253?i=1000721692571\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/6mf6fT9qOyYoPkTq7yRinU?si=nV7ZwhZeTZGcFiK2UVtnzA\">Spotify<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/TNKs4I54PRs?si=coNyiANthw_N-hgw\">YouTube<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In Session 308, sleep expert\u00a0<strong>Emily Varon<\/strong>\u00a0returns to the Behavioral Observations Podcast to share her expertise in sleep improvement\u2014especially for individuals with Autism. Drawing from 15 years of experience, Emily discussed the importance of personalizing sleep intervention approaches, the role of wearable technologies, and the importance of sensitivity when discussing sleep challenges with families. She also discusses new research on screen time and its true impact on sleep latency\u2026 spoiler alert, it\u2019s complicated. That notwithstanding, this episode offers insights that might change how behavior analysts approach sleep-related interventions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If this work sounds interesting to you and you\u2019d like to learn more, Emily kindly provided listeners with a 10% coupon code for her Sleep Collective Course. It\u2019s <strong>BXOB10<\/strong>. Just go to her website, <a href=\"https:\/\/readysetsleep.com\">readysetsleep.com<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Topics Covered<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Personalized Sleep Strategies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Why one-size-fits-all sleep advice doesn\u2019t work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">How Emily uses wearables like the Oura Ring to identify sleep patterns and triggers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Note: check\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/join.whoop.com\/matt\">this out<\/a>\u00a0if you want to see if the Whoop Strap is a wearable technology is for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">The role of self-reflection and data tracking in improving sleep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Sleep Hygiene in the Autism Community<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Sleep as a primary reinforcer and the role of environmental variables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Key elements of good sleep hygiene: consistent schedules, avoiding late-night exercise, and structured bedtime routines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">How these strategies apply equally to neurotypical and autistic individuals, with additional sensitivity for pre-existing diagnoses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Screens, Blue Light, and Sleep Latency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The evolution of research on blue light and melatonin suppression.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Insights from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1087079224000376\">Michael Gradizar\u2019s 2024<\/a>\u00a0study showing only a minor, non-significant delay in sleep onset from screens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Why user behavior matters more than blue light itself\u2014and how behavior analysts can address it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Sleep Research Gaps in Autism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The distinction between medical and non-medical sleep researchers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Why more targeted studies in autism are needed, despite data collection challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Behavioral tendencies\u2014rather than autism itself\u2014as key factors in sleep disruption.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Screen Time, Social Media, and Self-Regulation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">How apps are designed to maximize engagement and reinforce continued use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">The impact of device removal on children\u2019s emotions and behavior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Differences in personality and susceptibility to \u201cdopamine hits\u201d from scrolling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Children\u2019s Sleep and Screen Time Variability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Why short shows like\u00a0<em>Bluey<\/em>\u00a0may help some kids wind down, while disrupting others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Understanding sleep architecture and how disruptions affect mood and regulation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Real-world examples of activities (like bedtime reading) that can unintentionally delay sleep.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Approaching Sleep Conversations with Families<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The importance of avoiding yes\/no questions about sleep problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Asking open-ended questions about sleep satisfaction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Building trust with families so they feel comfortable prioritizing sleep interventions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Next Steps for Listeners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Special Offer:<\/strong>\u00a0Use coupon code\u00a0<strong>BXOB10<\/strong>\u00a0for 10% off\u00a0<em>The Sleep Collective<\/em>\u00a0course at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/readysetsleep.com\/\">readysetsleep.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>For BCBAs:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Replace checkbox-style questions with open-ended ones about sleep satisfaction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Approach all autism-related cases assuming there may be underlying sleep challenges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>For Families:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Evaluate how screen time may be affecting your child\u2019s sleep quality and onset.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Assess whether your current bedtime routines are truly effective.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Links &amp; Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/readysetsleep.com\/\">The Sleep Collective Course \u2013 Save 10% with code BXOB10<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Emily's first appearance on the BOP in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/behavioralobservations.com\/how-to-understand-problems-with-sleep-session-247-with-emily-varon\">Session 247<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1087079224000376\">Michael Gradisar\u2019s 2024<\/a>\u00a0study on screen time and sleep latency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Learn more about Emily Varon\u2019s work at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/readysetsleep.com\/\">readysetsleep.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/45dfuIU\">Why We Sleep<\/a>, by Matthew Walker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Huge thanks to the following sponsors!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fronterahealth.com\/demo\/\">Frontera<\/a>. 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