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If Sleep Were A Drug: The Science of Sleep Optimization: Biohack Your Brain, Body, and Performance
If Sleep Were a The Science of Sleep Optimization-Biohack Your Brain, Body, and Performance is a comprehensive guide to improving your sleep. Written by the
FBI's Sleep Expert, Dr. Leah Kaylor
, a licensed clinical and prescribing psychologist specializing in sleep and trauma.
This is the book first responders have been waiting for-a blueprint to tackle one of their top Sleep. Designed for those with demanding schedules and high-stress roles, it provides actionable strategies to overcome poor sleep and unlock better rest, stronger resiliency, and peak performance for years to come.
Based on cutting-edge sleep science, written in layperson's terms, and full of tactical suggestions that can be implemented immediately, discover how
Forge Relationship Safeguard your marriage, family, and home life from the collateral damage of poor sleep.Crack the Caffeine Smart use of timing, dose, and cut-off to boost operational capacity on duty without wrecking your recharge off duty.Implement the Shutdown How to design the ultimate wind-down routine and bulletproof your sleep environment for maximum recovery.Defuse the Midnight Step-by-step protocols to shut off adrenaline after chaos and get back to sleep.Sleep Disruption What to do when insomnia, nightmares, sleeping walking, night terrors, sleep paralysis, or restless legs hit without warning.Erratic Schedule Whether you work nights or irregular hours-protect your sleep no matter how your schedule changes.
If you haven't had a good night's sleep in years, this book is written for you. And if you've been telling yourself, "I'll sleep when I'm dead," this book is your wake-up call. Sleep is not wasted time-it's your most critical asset, the foundation of operational readiness.
This is the book first responders have been waiting for-a blueprint to tackle one of their top Sleep. Designed for those with demanding schedules and high-stress roles, it provides actionable strategies to overcome poor sleep and unlock better rest, stronger resiliency, and peak performance for years to come.
Based on cutting-edge sleep science, written in layperson's terms, and full of tactical suggestions that can be implemented immediately, discover how
Forge Relationship Safeguard your marriage, family, and home life from the collateral damage of poor sleep.Crack the Caffeine Smart use of timing, dose, and cut-off to boost operational capacity on duty without wrecking your recharge off duty.Implement the Shutdown How to design the ultimate wind-down routine and bulletproof your sleep environment for maximum recovery.Defuse the Midnight Step-by-step protocols to shut off adrenaline after chaos and get back to sleep.Sleep Disruption What to do when insomnia, nightmares, sleeping walking, night terrors, sleep paralysis, or restless legs hit without warning.Erratic Schedule Whether you work nights or irregular hours-protect your sleep no matter how your schedule changes.
If you haven't had a good night's sleep in years, this book is written for you. And if you've been telling yourself, "I'll sleep when I'm dead," this book is your wake-up call. Sleep is not wasted time-it's your most critical asset, the foundation of operational readiness.
479 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2025
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October 3, 2025
Dr. Leah Kaylor’s book is nothing short of transformative. As someone deeply interested in both psychology and the demands placed on first responders, I found this work to be eye-opening, practical, and inspiring all at once. Dr. Kaylor brings a rare combination of expertise—clinical psychology, trauma treatment, and sleep science—and distills it into a resource that feels both authoritative and approachable.
What sets this book apart is the compassion and clarity with which Dr. Kaylor writes. She doesn’t just present clinical knowledge; she weaves in real-world experience from her years working with veterans, first responders, and law enforcement. The sections on trauma recovery and sleep optimization are particularly powerful—offering actionable strategies that can genuinely improve mental health, resilience, and performance. I appreciated how she explains complex science in a way that’s easy to understand, without ever oversimplifying.
Whether you are a first responder, a healthcare professional, or simply someone interested in improving your mental health and sleep, this book is an invaluable guide. It’s the kind of resource you’ll return to again and again, underlining passages and putting the recommendations into practice.
Dr. Kaylor’s expertise shines on every page, but so does her deep respect for the people she serves. This book is more than information—it’s a lifeline for those navigating high-stress, high-stakes environments. A must-read, and truly deserving of five stars.
What sets this book apart is the compassion and clarity with which Dr. Kaylor writes. She doesn’t just present clinical knowledge; she weaves in real-world experience from her years working with veterans, first responders, and law enforcement. The sections on trauma recovery and sleep optimization are particularly powerful—offering actionable strategies that can genuinely improve mental health, resilience, and performance. I appreciated how she explains complex science in a way that’s easy to understand, without ever oversimplifying.
Whether you are a first responder, a healthcare professional, or simply someone interested in improving your mental health and sleep, this book is an invaluable guide. It’s the kind of resource you’ll return to again and again, underlining passages and putting the recommendations into practice.
Dr. Kaylor’s expertise shines on every page, but so does her deep respect for the people she serves. This book is more than information—it’s a lifeline for those navigating high-stress, high-stakes environments. A must-read, and truly deserving of five stars.
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