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The Role of Stress Management and Mindfulness in Overcoming Insomnia: Cultivating Inner Calm for Restful Sleep
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[1] National Institute of Mental Health. (n.d.). Sleep and Mental Health. [https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/sleep-and-mental-health](https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/sleep-and-mental-health)
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[6] National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. (2023). Mind and Body Practices for Sleep. [https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/mind-and-body-practices-for-sleep](https://www.nccih.gov/health/mind-and-body-practices-for-sleep)
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Dr. Michael Rodriguez
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Dr. Michael Rodriguez is HF Health AI's mental health educator, bringing compassionate, evidence-based information on anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, and overall psychological wellbeing. His work is grounded in the belief that mental health is health — and that reducing stigma begins with accurate, accessible education. Dr. Rodriguez has authored over 70 articles on the platform, making him one of the most comprehensive mental health content resources available online. All content is developed in alignment with guidelines from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the American Psychological Association (APA), and SAMHSA.
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- 46] National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. (2023). *Mind and Body Practices for Sleep*. [https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/mind-and-body-practices-for-sleep