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Sleep Science & Research

Explore sleep science for older adults, including how sleep changes with age, deep sleep in elderly, and research on aging and rest.

Older adult awake in bed illustrating sleep changes with age

Normal Sleep Needs for Seniors: Patterns and Health Risks

Does it feel like your sleep is becoming less and less fulfilling as you age? Are naps creeping later and later into your afternoons? Many people notice these changes with age, and it can be …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Bedtime Routines, Circadian Rhythm, How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need, Insomnia Solutions, Napping In Older Age, Sleep Hygiene
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How Much Sleep Do Seniors Really Need? A Guide to Healthy Rest

I don’t know about you, but some mornings, it feels like I’ve already watched the sunrise, made the coffee, and fed the cat, all before the newspaper even hits the driveway. This is common in …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Circadian Rhythm, How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need, Insomnia Solutions, Restful Sleep, Sleep Hygiene
Senior woman sitting on the edge of her bed at night, soft lighting, visual concept of chronic inflammation and poor sleep.

The Link Between Chronic Inflammation and Poor Sleep in Seniors

We often talk about better sleep in terms of habits, turning off the TV early, avoiding caffeine late in the day, or keeping your bedroom cool and comfortable. Those are all important steps. But sometimes, …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Exercise and Sleep, Healthy Aging, Insomnia Solutions, Nutrition and Sleep
Elderly man sits awake at night while dealing with mental health issues.

The Two-Way Link Between Sleep and Mental Health

Most of us have noticed how much easier it is to face the day after a good night’s sleep. The mind feels clearer, moods are steadier, and everyday worries seem lighter. But when sleep is …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Depression and Sleep, Insomnia Solutions, Nighttime Anxiety, Restful Sleep, Sleep and Mental Health, Sleep Hygiene
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Sleep, Memory & Cognitive Health

Hi friend, have you ever noticed that on days when you haven’t slept well your mind feels foggy? That’s not your imagination. Our brains rely on sleep to perform at their best, and that remains …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Circadian Rhythm, Cognitive Function, Healthy Aging, How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need, Restful Sleep, Sleep and Memory
Older man reading a newspaper outdoors on a wooden porch in the early morning

Why Do I Wake Up So Early? Senior Sleep Changes Explained

You roll over and blink at the clock. It’s 4:22 a.m. and, like clockwork, you’re wide awake again. No alarm. No noise. Just your body deciding that sleep time is over. If this sounds like …

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Categories Sleep Science & Research Tags Circadian Rhythm, Exercise and Sleep, How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need, Insomnia Solutions, Restful Sleep
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