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Sleep and sleep disorders in older adults

P N Prinz¹

¹Medical Research Service, American Lake Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington, USA.

Journal of Clinical Neurophysiology : Official Publication of the American Electroencephalographic Society|March 1, 1995

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Summary

Sleep disturbances are common in aging and worsen with health issues. Diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing behavioral approaches, can improve sleep quality in seniors.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Sleep Medicine
Internal Medicine

Background:

Sleep disturbances are a prevalent complaint that increases with age.
Objective sleep assessments reveal impairments like increased wakefulness and reduced slow-wave sleep in healthy seniors.
Sleep quality deteriorates with chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression, and drug use.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the factors contributing to sleep disturbances in the elderly.
To discuss the diagnosis and treatment of various sleep disorders in older adults.
To emphasize non-pharmacological and behavioral interventions for improving sleep.

Main Methods:

Review of literature on aging and sleep.
Analysis of polysomnographic findings in older populations.
Discussion of diagnostic criteria for common sleep disorders.

Main Results:

Healthy aging is associated with objective sleep impairments.
Comorbid health conditions significantly exacerbate sleep disturbances.
Undiagnosed sleep disorders like sleep apnea syndrome are common contributing factors.

Conclusions:

Sleep disturbances in older adults stem from aging, chronic diseases, poor habits, and occult sleep disorders.
Comprehensive diagnosis is crucial for effective management.
Behavioral and educative treatments are recommended, alongside pharmacological options.

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