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Sleep and aging.

Judith A Floyd1

  • 1College of Nursing, Wayne State University, 5557 Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202, USA. judith.floyd@wayne.edu

The Nursing Clinics of North America
|February 18, 2003
PubMed
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Sleep disturbances, including more nighttime awakenings and less deep sleep, are common in older adults. Research is needed to develop nursing interventions promoting restorative sleep and daytime well-being in this growing population.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Nursing Research

Background:

  • Aging significantly alters sleep patterns, leading to increased nighttime awakenings and reduced sleep depth.
  • Older adults frequently experience daytime fatigue, drowsiness, increased napping, and earlier bedtimes.
  • There is a growing need for interventions to address these sleep changes and improve overall well-being in the elderly.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the prevalence and impact of sleep disturbances in the aging population.
  • To emphasize the need for effective interventions to promote restorative sleep and daytime function in older adults.
  • To underscore the potential role of nursing in addressing sleep disruptions related to aging and illness.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of existing studies on sleep and aging.

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  • Analysis of common sleep-related changes observed in the elderly.
  • Identification of the need for targeted sleep interventions.

    • Main Results:

    • Major increases in nighttime awakenings and decreases in sleep depth are characteristic of aging.
    • Daytime fatigue, drowsiness, increased napping, and earlier bedtimes are prevalent in older adults.
    • Current interventions are insufficient to address the spectrum of sleep changes in aging.

    Conclusions:

    • Promoting restorative sleep and daytime well-being is crucial for older adults.
    • Nursing practice can significantly contribute to managing sleep disruptions in the elderly.
    • Further research and intervention development are essential for improving sleep health in aging populations.