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Insomnia in Older Adults
Tips
for Sleeping Better as You Age
As we age we
often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns. We may become
sleepier earlier, wake up earlier, and enjoy less deep sleep. However,
disturbed sleep, waking up tired every day, and other symptoms of insomnia are not
a normal part of aging. Sleep is just as important to our physical and
emotional health in our senior years as it was when we were younger. These tips
can help you overcome age-related sleep problems and get a good night’s rest.
The
importance of sleep for older adults
No matter what
your age, sleeping well is essential to your physical health and emotional
well-being. For seniors, a good night’s sleep is especially important because
it helps improve concentration and memory formation, allows your body to repair
any cell damage that occurred during the day, and refreshes your immune system,
which in turn helps to prevent disease.
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