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Was Sleep a Problem for the Elderly During COVID-19?

Shahanaz Parveen¹, Sophia M George¹, Sharad Chand¹

¹Department of Pharmacy Practice, NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, NITTE (Deemed to be University), Paneer, Deralakatte, Mangalore, Karnataka 575018 India.

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Summary

Older adults face increased sleep disorder risks due to chronic conditions and pandemic-related isolation. This review highlights the need for studies on sleep architecture in geriatrics during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Keywords:

Insomnia Isolation Lockdown Pandemic Quality of life

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Gerontology
Sleep Medicine
Epidemiology

Background:

The geriatric population is rapidly expanding, with a higher prevalence of chronic diseases and comorbidities.
These conditions are strongly associated with sleep disorders, creating a complex health interplay.
Pandemic-induced social isolation and fear of infection exacerbate sleep disturbances in older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the significance of sleep disturbances in the geriatric population during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To highlight the increased risk of sleep disorders in older adults due to comorbidities and viral virulence.
To emphasize the scarcity of scientific evidence and advocate for further research.

Main Methods:

This is a review article, synthesizing existing knowledge on sleep disorders in geriatrics.
It examines the impact of chronic diseases, comorbidities, and pandemic circumstances on sleep.
Literature search focusing on sleep disturbances in older adults during health crises.

Main Results:

Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder in older adults, affecting approximately 50%.
Sleep deprivation can worsen chronic conditions and increase the risk of falls.
The COVID-19 pandemic is hypothesized to increase the prevalence of sleep disorders in this demographic.

Conclusions:

Sleep, mental health, and comorbidities are intricately linked in older adults.
Promoting good sleep hygiene is crucial for improving the quality of life for geriatrics.
Further research is urgently needed to investigate sleep architecture in older adults during the pandemic.