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Sleep disorders are common in older adults and often go unreported. Healthcare providers should actively screen for issues like insomnia and sleep apnea, as they can signal underlying health conditions.

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  • To discuss potential underlying causes and influencing factors of sleep disturbances in old age.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on sleep disorders in aging.
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