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RTÉ News
21-05-2025
- Health
- RTÉ News
What's a sleep divorce, and could it help your relationship?
In today's wellness-focused world, where sleep is recognised as a crucial pillar of good health, "sleep divorces" – where partners choose to sleep in separate beds or bedrooms – are becoming increasingly popular. This trend has even been embraced by several celebrities, including comedian Katherine Ryan. On the latest episode of her podcast, What's My Age Again?, Ryan chatted with her guest, Bryony Gordon, about sleeping arrangements. Gordon shared: "I like my sleep. I think sharing a bed with your husband is overrated." Ryan then revealed that she spends most nights sleeping in her children's nursery. When asked by Gordon if she shared a bed with her husband, Ryan said: "I would. But he snores. He does sweat in his sleep sometimes. I prefer to sleep alone, but I would be willing to do it. But we have very small children who still wake through the night, and I sleep in their room like the f****g dog on Peter Pan." We want to know why so many couples are opting for a sleep divorce and if separate beds are the key to a good night's sleep, so have consulted with some top sleep experts to find out… What are the typical reasons couples consider sleeping separately? "Good-quality sleep is crucial for both physical and mental wellbeing, increasing energy levels, improving mood, and promoting better overall health," says Dr Hana Patel, resident sleep expert at Time4Sleep. "A sleep divorce can help couples to address potential sleep disruptions such as snoring or restlessness. "If you are finding that sleeping with your partner is causing you to experience chronic lack of sleep, and you find that your health and wellbeing are suffering as a result, it may be time to consider a sleep divorce." A survey conducted by The Sleep Council in 2009 found that less than one couple in 10 (7%) had separate beds, suggesting the rate of separate sleeping has roughly doubled in the past decade. "This research also found that 38% of men and 36% of women quoted snoring as the number one reason for a sleep divorce," says Dr Ryan Cheong, ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) consultant and sleep surgeon at Cleveland Clinic London. However, other factors such as fidgeting can also disrupt co-sleeping. "If your bed partner is fidgeting or moving around, or if you have different sleeping patterns these factors can potentially disrupt the quality of sleep," notes Cheong. "Also, if your partner has very strong, different preferences for their sleeping environment, like temperature, light exposure, mattress comfort or material, then that can be an issue as well." When should you seek help for snoring? "With my patients we usually look into how to improve their co-sleeping and explore ways to reduce the symptoms of snoring first, before talking about a potential sleep divorce," says Cheong. "Snoring can improve through various lifestyle modifications, like diet and exercise, and with things like mandibular advancement devices." But symptoms like loud snoring, gasping and choking noises during sleep and daytime tiredness and mood swings could signal a more serious issue like sleep apnea disorder. "It is estimated that approximately eight million people in the UK have obstructive sleep apnea, and this can have a significantly increased risk of things like strokes and heart attacks," warns Cheong. "There are different treatments on offer, like hypoglossal nerve implants. Both the Genio Nyxoah and the Inspire implants trials that were conducted by myself and my team have been shown to improve both the patient's sleep apnea as well as snoring by the bed partner." Is there any research that suggests the opposite – that we actually sleep better next to someone else? " Research suggests that there's a 10% increase in rapid eye movement sleep when we're co-sleeping," explains Cheong. "The discussions about why this might be the case stems from the social aspect of human evolution, that we tend to be quite social creatures in nature, and having a partner, and in this case a bed partner, gives us the sense of security." What can couples do to improve their shared sleep environment? "Ensure that you are having good discussions about your sleeping schedules and are optimising your sleeping environment," advises Cheong. "Make sure that the room is as dark as possible, for example. "Lower temperatures can also help with having a good night's sleep. So, be mindful of the temperatures, the material of the mattress, the material of the blanket, and the preferences of your bed partner." How would you recommend someone bringing up the idea of a sleep divorce to their partner? "As long as the discussion and the request is coming from a place of respect, love and understanding, then it's more likely to be received well by your bed partner when the subject is brought up," says Cheong. Patel agrees and adds: "If you think that a sleep divorce may be beneficial, discuss the idea with your partner and try testing it out for a short period of time to see if it works for you. "Whilst some may assume that a sleep divorce hinders bedroom intimacy between couples, in fact, it can significantly enhance intimacy and the overall quality of a couple's sex life, particularly for those in long-term relationships. This is because increased energy levels and improved mood from better sleep are important factors in encouraging a healthy libido."
Irish Examiner
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Podcast Corner: Angela Scanlon's new show aims for the 'Therapist Ghosted Me' market
Angela Scanlon is one of those multi-hyphenated stars we've become used to in the 2020s - she's in ads, she's acting, she's presenting on TV and radio, she's co-founder of a buildable, customisable jewellery company, and yes, she's a podcast host. Angela Scanlon's Thanks A Million came to an end in 2022, but she's back this month with Get a Grip, co-hosting with Vicky Pattison, a fellow multi-hyphen. The bio: 'From navigating motherhood and newlywed life, to dissecting culture, internet drama, and the ridiculous expectations placed on women, this is an unapologetic podcast where no topic is off-limits." So basically, a bantercast, so beloved of the podcast ecosystem in 2025 - and yes, it is available in video form. 'I like an overshare,' says Scanlon early on in the first episode. Soon, Pattison is talking about wearing spanx, sharing some, ahem, toilet humour, about people who wear such to the Met Gala, and gossiping about Rihanna's third pregnancy ('When did the second one come?'). Come the second episode, Scanlon says she knows when her eggs are dropping; Pattison replies: 'Like a chicken!?' It's funny, a little TMI, and very much focused on the market cornered by My Therapist Ghosted Me. The co-host of that show, Joanne McNally, is the first guest on Katherine Ryan's new show What's My Age Again?, wherein she asks her celebrity guests how they feel about ageing and then has them take a biological age test to find out how their bodies' age compares to their chronological age. It's science… we think. Like Scanlon and Pattison, Ryan is also many different things to different people, perhaps most notably a standup and panellist on various UK shows. 'Why aren't you in the cryochamber,' she jokingly asks McNally - though it's something she returns to with her fifth guest Olivia Attwood, who came to fame on Love Island season three and hosts her own podcast, So Wrong, It's Right. Indeed, Ryan admits to an interest in cryotherapy, Attwood telling her: 'I was doing that HBOT (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) over Christmas. So I had a couple of little procedures. And it's great for healing. And I was recommended into it. So I went down a hole of reading about the benefits of HBOT. And unfortunately, it's not available on the NHS, apart from very, very specific diseases. But the healing and your brain, your cells, that is incredible. The science is there. It's just not widely backed.' You may want to do your own research first. As for the age test (there is a disclaimer that it's not a medical-grade device and the biological age is not a predictor of life expectancy), McNally is told she's an outlier, in the top 1%, while Attwood gets the lowest age possible. Perhaps What's My Age Again? Is best taken with a pinch of salt.
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Olivia Attwood reveals why she's GLAD about husband's womanising past despite always meeting someone he's slept with
Plus, scroll down to find out more on the exact moment Olivia found out Brad was a cheat ATTA GIRL Olivia Attwood reveals why she's GLAD about husband's womanising past despite always meeting someone he's slept with Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OLIVIA Attwood has candidly opened up on her husband's womanising past. The reality TV star, who recently celebrated her 34th birthday with a star-studded bash at a posh London restaurant, claimed she 'couldn't roll a football' without hitting someone her man, Bradley Dack, 31, has slept with. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Olivia Attwood has claimed to "take comfort" in Bradley Dack's womanising past Credit: Youtube/Whats My Age Again Podcast 6 The reality TV star revealed all to Katherine Ryan on a recent podcast episode Credit: Youtube/Whats My Age Again Podcast 6 She confessed she "couldn't roll a football in South London without hitting someone he's slept with" Credit: Splash 6 But Olivia explained why she is glad he has bedded so many women Credit: Splash The podcast host, who tied the knot with Bradley in a £30,000 wedding dress in June 2023, also claimed that being married to a footballer is not for the weak. On a recent podcast episode of Katherine Ryan's What's My Age Again?, Olivia Attwood spilled the tea on what it's really like to have an athlete as a husband. The Loose Women presenter even compared being married to a footballer as an 'extreme sport'. The star explained: 'I wouldn't recommend anyone, genuinely, to date an athlete of any description. 'I think there's a lot that comes with that that would age you quite severely.' Despite this, she voiced that her Gillingham midfielder, who she began dating in 2017 before she starred on Love Island, is 'very relaxed' and 'very low maintenance'. She beamed: 'He's brought a lot of calmness to my life. 'He has mellowed me out, in a good way.' Not only this, but the blonde beauty also recognised: 'He doesn't want attention, which is great, because I need it.' But while Brad may have calmed Olivia, who has been diagnosed with ADHD, down, she didn't hold back on discussing his 'womaniser' past. 'I'd call the police' Olivia Attwood reveals her biggest kissing ick and the one habit she hates from men when it comes to intimacy The Labubu lover who previously opened up on sharing towels and a toothbrush with Brad, confessed: 'I couldn't roll a football in South London without hitting someone he's slept with.' But despite this, Olivia shared her appreciation of Brad's sexual history, as she admitted: 'I take comfort in that because I feel like he exhausted himself. I wouldn't recommend anyone, genuinely, to date an athlete of any description Olivia Attwood 'He's good. We're still quite young but he's lived.' Additionally, Olivia then acknowledged: 'I fear for women who are like 'I'm my husband's second sexual partner'. 'At some point he's gonna crack.' Who is Olivia Attwood? Olivia shot to fame as a contestant on the reality ITV2 dating show, Love Island. Like most contestants who have featured on the show, she's no stranger to modelling. Before Love Island she competed in pageants, including a "Tropic Beauty" contest, representing London, and was also once a Motorsport Grid Girl for energy drinks brand, Monster. Olivia is originally from Surrey and has since starred in multiple TV shows after finding fame. She fronted her own reality show Olivia Meets Her Match, which documented her engagement and marriage to her footballer husband, Bradley Dack. She also competed in ITV's The Games in 2022, and presented the show Getting Filthy Rich. Her most recent gig is presenting ITV's Olivia Attwood: The Price of Perfection. No stranger to surgery and cosmetic treatments herself, Olivia delves into the world of facial cosmetic procedures to find out who makes big bucks from them. But this isn't the first time the reality star, who first met Bradley at a nightclub in 2015, has been candid on her and Bradley's turbulent relationship. Speaking on the Newlyweds podcast with Sophie and Jamie Laing, Olivia revealed how she really found out her hubby was a cheat. Two days after being offered a spot on Love Island, Olivia was in Germany while Bradley was on a golfing holiday when she received an anonymous phone call. I actually think if I had stayed, we wouldn't be together now Olivia Attwood Olivia recalled: "I never used to answer private numbers, but sometimes you get this feeling that the universe is like 'pick it up'. "I picked it up and it was a girl and she's like 'hello' and I was like 'hello who is this' and she was like 'well I'm Brad's girlfriend' and I was like 'that's so weird because I'm Brad's girlfriend.'" Olivia explained that she tried to call Bradley, who was on holiday with the boys, but couldn't get through as his phone had died. Olivia Attwood's Career History From Monster grid girl and Love Island star to daytime telly panellist and respected documentary maker, Olivia Attwood has made a huge career pivot in recent years... Olivia first started as a Monster grid girl at motorsport events in 2012 when she was 19-years-old, and did it right up until she went into Love Island in 2017. After placing third in the reality show with then-boyfriend Chris Hughes, she starred in their own spin-off series, Chris & Olivia: Crackin' On, in 2018. Later that year, she appeared on Celebs Go Dating and then joined the cast of The Only Way Is Essex in 2019, where she had a number of fiery on-screen rows. In 2020, the reality TV veteran began starring in her own reality series on ITVBe titled Olivia Meets Her Match, which followed her wedding preparations with footballer Bradley Dack. In 2021, the tide started to turn. Olivia made appearances on household shows Lorraine, Tipping Point: Lucky Stars and Loose Women. Then, in 2022, ITV commissioned her for her first ever documentary series. She presented Olivia Attwood: Getting Filthy Rich, which explored women selling sexual content online. In June 2023, ITV commissioned Olivia Marries Her Match and made her a regular guest panellist on Loose Women. Her most recent docu-series, Olivia Attwood: The Price of Perfection, aired in January this year where she sensitively explored the cosmetic industry. However, she stressed it was the best thing that could have happened, as the next day, she decided to call back the producers of Love Island and said she could be on the show. She reflected: "As much as I liked him I was like 'this is done' because there is no way I can trust him again or come back from this." "I didn't actually want to go and I didn't want to end it but my intelligent brain was like you have to because what are you staying for? "I actually think if I had stayed, we wouldn't be together now." Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club 6 But Olivia believes Bradley has "lived" and got his womanising ways out of his system Credit: Instagram
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Why Are Teens Aiming for ‘Nonchalance'? The Trend That Could Be a Problem
What's considered cool changes with each generation, but never has effortless style been so sought-after. Teens don't want to spend hours in front of the mirror gelling their hair, perfectly contouring every inch of their face, or spending time and effort to fit in. Think: the opposite of 'On Wednesdays, we wear pink' and all the other daily rules of The Plastics. (BTW, the fact that I'm even quoting Mean Girls is also cringe.) What teens aspire to be now is nonchalant. While this trend could have some benefits — no one wants to follow a strict set of rules to fit in! — it could also cause a problem in other areas. According to Merriam-Webster, nonchalant is 'having an air of easy unconcern or indifference.' It's acting like you don't care about anything, like nothing bothers you or affects you. Nonchalance is not trying too hard or feeling too much of anything. More from SheKnows How Metal Braces - The Thing That Made You Feel Like a Geek in School - Became Cool Again 'Nonchalance as a trend among teens is deeply rooted in the current culture of detachment and self-preservation,' Dr. Caroline Fenkel, LCSW, DSW, Chief Clinical Officer and Co-Founder at Charlie Health, tells SheKnows. 'For many teens, appearing unbothered or 'effortlessly cool' signals emotional resilience and self-sufficiency in a world that often feels hyper-visible and judgmental, primarily through social media.' Dr. Fenkel explains that teens will project nonchalance to 'navigate social dynamics with a shield against vulnerability, protecting themselves from criticism while fitting into a broader cultural aesthetic that values minimal effort and maximum confidence.' Searches for 'how to be nonchalant' have spiked 241% this month on Google, per Movchan Agency. Parenting editor Rita Templeton's 13-year-old son opened up about how teens are striving to be nonchalant when 'aura farming.' 'It's just like looking cool without really having to do anything,' the teen previously told SheKnows. There are videos all over TikTok about this trend, but our favorite examples are when moms weigh in on how they see their kids perpetuating this trend. In one clip, a mom sang along to Blink-182's 'What's My Age Again?' in the car, while her nonchalant teen son sat next to her staring straight forward and not saying a word. We've all been there! Another TikTok pitted an 'affectionate mom' against her 'nonchalant daughter. This one is set to a viral sound in which one woman keeps repeating 'I love you' to another woman, before the nonchalant one (in this case, the daughter), finally screams, 'B—ch, I love you too! Write it down!' Moms could relate, with one commenting, 'So we all like this with our teenagers?' Another said, 'mine is 26 and still like this.' Right now, Gen Z is in the middle of a mental health crisis, with depression up 60% over the last decade according to the CDC. It seems odd that increased anxiety goes hand-in-hand with increased apathy, but according to Dr. Fenkel, this trend 'can be a form of emotional regulation for teens.' 'Adopting a nonchalant attitude can help teens maintain a sense of control and composure in environments where emotional expression might be met with judgment or misunderstanding,' she explains. 'It can also foster a sense of independence and resilience, essential for building self-efficacy.' Additionally, acting nonchalant 'can reduce the pressure to perform or meet unrealistic expectations, allowing teens to prioritize inner confidence over external validation.' Teens not striving for perfectionism? That's a nice change! Acting nonchalant about certain things might be OK, but when teens bring nonchalance to school — maybe even manifesting at 'quiet quitting' — then it can be a problem. David Robbins, behavioral expert and media analyst at EduBirdie, tells SheKnows, 'Today's teens are growing up in a world where curiosity is often seen as a weakness. They try to appear calm, uninterested, and show less emotion. As a result, they are afraid to ask questions, thinking it will show they don't know something.' Being able to ask questions and think through situations is important. But rather than look for answers, according to Robbins, teens go straight for defensive, saying things like, 'I don't care, I 'll take it easy.' 'However, this attitude limits their emotional growth and prevents them from understanding their feelings,' Robbins says. Another problem with this behavior? It can block your teen from maintaining good connections with other people. 'Nonchalance can act as a protective mechanism, but it can also become a barrier to meaningful connection and emotional honesty,' Dr. Fenkel says. Think about it this way: if your teen constantly tries to suppress and hide their feelings to appear nonchalant or unbothered, it will hurt their relationships in the long run. 'It can lead to emotional suppression, isolation, and an inability to seek help when needed,' Dr. Fenkel says. 'Over time, this kind of emotional detachment can contribute to mental health challenges, such as anxiety and depression, as teens may feel disconnected not only from others but also from their own authentic emotions,' she adds. Look for signs that nonchalance is masking deeper issues, suggests Dr. Fenkel. These include: Indicators might include a sudden drop in grades or complete disengagement from school responsibilities. Withdrawing from friends and family. Spending excessive time alone. Neglecting personal hygiene or basic self-care. Using substances as a way to detach or numb emotions further. Rejecting offers of support or refusing to discuss emotions, even in safe spaces. 'If parents notice these behaviors, it's important to approach their teen with empathy and understanding, creating space for honest dialogue without judgment,' she says. Robbins recommends parents work hard to 'create an atmosphere where curiosity is welcomed.' 'Teens need to understand that it's okay to ask questions and that not knowing something is rather an opportunity to learn more,' he tells us. 'Support starts with simply being interested in the child's opinion, discussing difficult topics without judgment, and asking questions rather than lecturing.' 'When teens feel they can talk to their parents freely, they are not afraid to learn and grow,' he adds. 'This helps them maintain interest in life and increase self-confidence.' 'I think it's essential for parents to recognize that nonchalance isn't always just a personality trait — sometimes it's a defense mechanism,' Dr. Fenkel says. 'Teens are navigating complex social environments that are more visible and scrutinized than ever before. Encouraging open conversations about feelings and providing consistent support can help them feel safe enough to express vulnerability.' 'At Charlie Health, we believe that breaking down physical and emotional barriers is crucial for true healing and growth,' she adds. 'It's okay to be 'cool,' but it's even more important to be real.'Best of SheKnows The Rarest Girl Names in the U.S. Right Now Are Also the Most Gorgeous — & Almost No One's Using Them Salma Hayek, Brittany Mahomes, & More Celebrity Moms in the 'Sports Illustrated Swimsuit' Issue Through the Years How Priyanka Chopra, Mindy Kaling, & More Celebrities Celebrate AAPI Heritage & Culture With Their Kids
Daily Mail
02-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Katherine Ryan, 41, steps out with husband Bobby Kootstra in first sighting since she learnt shock 'real biological age' amid skin cancer battle
Katherine Ryan has been seen for the first time since learning her shock biological age. The comedian, 41, recently revealed she was left thinking she was going to die after being told she has medical age of 77 during an appearance on What's My Age Again? podcast. Katherine - who revealed in March that she's battling melanoma for the second time - enjoyed an outing with her husband Bobby Kootstra in north London on Friday amid her barrage of worrying health news. She was casually clad for the outing in a floral dress that she paired with a pink and khaki oversized cardigan. Bobby also kept things low-key in a white jumper and backwards baseball cap. Katherine recently spoke with Dr Chris Wincup and resident podcast ageing expert Dr Nicola Conlan, Katherine to find out her glycolic age. Glycolic age refers to a process that sees guests take a blood test to determine their biological age, and compare it with their chronological one. During the chat, Katherine, who has also been diagnosed with cancer twice, revealed that before her lupus diagnosis she was misdiagnosed with a range of conditions including leprosy. She was told she had ringworm on her face when in reality she had Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Discoid Lupus Erythematosus is a form of lupus which affects the skin and presents as sores, usually on the person's face or scalp. Katherine told the podcast: 'I was originally diagnosed with ringworm on my face, but it was the discoid rash. And leprosy, I thought, leprosy. 'Well, I wasn't diagnosed with leprosy. It was just, like, suggested to me by a guy on a bench. 'Nicola, am I gonna die? Is there anything positive from the data that you collected?' To which Dr. Nicola Conlon replied: 'The positive is, as I always say, that it's reversible and knowing something about it means you can do something, something about it. Katherine replied: 'It's not reversible. I have a chronic illness. I'm not going to be doing any yoga with you and your little northern friends. 'I appreciate you always try to give some actionable advice, but I just, I lean into being 77. 'I thought it was going to be older, to be honest with you, with the few weeks and months that I'd had leading up to the test. 'Yeah. Okay, so I've been doing well. I did well in my questionnaire. 'We've had crackheads in here who are 20. Great. Well, I'm going to ask my closing questions to myself now. 'Thank you both so much for being here, I do have some medical mistrust. Which prompted Chris Wincup to say: 'That's why I'm on this side. Right.' Katherine replied: No, but I really like you, Dr. Chris. I appreciate that you've dedicated your life to helping people like me and, you know, the trauma that we've come from, being told it's all in our head. 'Totally yada yada. We don't know why we put you on anti-malarial medicine. You might go blind. We don't know.' Katherine also revealed she doesn't exercise and shared the reason why she steers clear of going to the gym. 'I think being in any close proximity to the Lycra dads, you know, on a Sunday, that would make me feel sad and stupid,' she shared. 'It would be an inflammatory response straight away. You know what I mean? I don't want to be part of that gang.'
