The question of what is the purpose of sleep has puzzled scientists for centuries. Newer technologies and developments have allowed us to understand that sleep, far from being a passive process, is actually an active metabolic state, preparing the waking brain for the functions of the day.
In this webinar, we will examine the role of sleep in clearing waste products from the brain. Novel research now is suggesting that sleep may represent a new avenue for intervention for treatment of neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s dementia.
Join us for a quick tour of some of these questions, and learn what you can do to enhance your sleep to improve your own cognitive and mental health in this webinar.

Our Speaker:
Dr. Elliott K. Lee is an assistant professor and Director of the Sleep Disorders Clinic at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Center.
Originally from Alberta, Dr. Lee went on to complete his psychiatry residency training in the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he also completed fellowships in both Sleep Medicine and Addiction Psychiatry.
He is board certified in psychiatry by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, where he also completed subspecialty certification examinations in sleep medicine and addiction psychiatry. He also holds board certification from the American Board of Sleep Medicine.

Hosts:
German Chique-Alfonzo, Education and Program Coordinator
Chelsea Montgomery, Online Support Volunteer

**Disclaimer**
The video has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. This presentation is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other local qualified health provider.

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