sleep scientist. clinician. author.

I am a clinical and health psychologist dedicated to the advancement and translation of psychological and behavioral science to improve the sleep and well-being of individuals and populations. We all deserve the opportunity to rest.

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“Vastly knowledgeable and genuinely brilliant”

-Dr. Matthew Walker, best-selling author of Why We Sleep

The Sleep Prescription offers an innovative and effective plan, backed by cutting-edge sleep science, to help poor sleepers everywhere get the restful, nourishing sleep they deserve.

Book cover titled 'The Sleep Prescription: 7 Days to Unlocking Your Best Rest' by Aric A. Prather, PhD, with a blue background and a vertical series of seven moon phases transitioning from full to new.

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Making science accessible for all

I am passionate about science communication and getting people excited about the latest cutting-edge research.