One area that many struggle with is getting good sleep. To understand how to get good sleep, it’s important to understand what good sleep looks like. Sleeping is sleeping, yes. But there are things you can do before you lay down so that your body (and mind) have an easier time falling asleep and staying asleep.
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READ MORESeniors and Sleep: Causes of a Restless Night
Sleeping is a key component to good health. There are several factors to may interrupt one’s ability to get a good night’s rest and ultimately impact their overall well-being.
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READ MORELaughter and sleep are key to a long life
New research indicates that longevity may be extended with a little bit more laughter and some additional sleep.
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READ MORETips to Help Seniors Fall Asleep Faster
As people get older, it may become more challenging to get a good night’s sleep.
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READ MOREFoods that promote better sleep
Certain snacks might help seniors sleep better each night.
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READ MORESleeping Pills Could Increase Senior Fall Risk
It’s important for senior care providers to be familiar with all the medications their patients are taking. Even if they’re taking common prescriptions, the way they interact could have a negative impact on seniors’ health. In fact, a recent study from the Mayo Clinic found that a widely used drug could dramatically increase older adults’ risk of suffering a fall.
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READ MORESleeping with Glaucoma: Which Side is Better?
According to new research, individuals who have worsening glaucoma in only one eye are more likely to sleep with the affected side of their head facing down, and investigators noted that internal pressure is affected by the position of the eye.
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READ MOREInconsistent Daily Routines Lead to Better Sleep for Seniors
A new study published in the Journals of Gerontology: Series B found that sticking to a consistent daily routine could be associated with better sleep, but only in younger adults.
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READ MORELess Sleep Associated with Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently completed a study on the possibility of a connection between lack of sleep and Alzheimer’s disease
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