Aging is a certainty of life, and with it comes changes in sleep. Understanding these changes is central to life-long pursuit of healthy sleep. In this episode we will:
- Discuss whether or not older individuals sleep less than younger individuals
- Evaluate the role of schedules and schedule flexibility in the sleep of the elderly
- Learn why the circadian rhythm diminishes with age
- Spotlight the role of exercise in the sleep of seniors
- Look at various sleep disorders of the elderly
- List the consequences of poor sleep in older individuals
Produced by: Maeve Winter
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Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter