{"id":2381,"date":"2022-05-14T12:33:16","date_gmt":"2022-05-14T10:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/?p=2381"},"modified":"2022-06-06T16:08:07","modified_gmt":"2022-06-06T14:08:07","slug":"aging-and-sleep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/aging-and-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"Aging and Sleep: How Sleep Changes as We Get Older"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aging process entails many changes that affect both our body and mind. And sleep is no exception. As people get older, they tend to have more sleep problems than when they were younger.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what are the most common sleep problems that come with age? Why do they occur? And what kind of effects do they have on our health?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep on reading to find out the answers to these and more questions regarding <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aging and sleep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Benefits of a Good Night\u2019s Rest<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A night of restful sleep is vital for our physical and mental health. Although we usually tend to take it for granted, both our <\/span><b>quantity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>quality<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of sleep significantly impact our overall quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, sufficient sleep:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keeps us healthier\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boosts our immune system\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">improves our heart health<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helps prevent cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But that\u2019s not all. It also enhances our <\/span><b>memory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>learning capacities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Unfortunately, the way our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep changes with age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can result in several negative effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a well-known fact that a lack of sleep can have numerous adverse effects on our well-being. People with sleep problems are at a higher risk of<\/span><b> chronic illness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5099401\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">studies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> found that sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk of<\/span><b> type 2 diabetes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>cardiovascular disease.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, when you don\u2019t get enough sleep, you\u2019re <\/span><b>less productive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and have <\/span><b>difficulty concentrating<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Feeling sleepy during the day can also make you <\/span><b>anxious<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>nervous<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you sleep the recommended<\/span><b> 7\u20139 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a night, you may wake up feeling unrested. This is because you need to get <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quality<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sleep to feel refreshed and energized in the morning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put simply, when we doze off, we go through several different <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/stages-of-sleep\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stages of sleep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Unless we spend enough time in the \u201c<\/span><b>deep sleep<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d stage, our body and mind don\u2019t have an opportunity to fully recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Much Sleep Do You Need by Age?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people assume that seniors need less sleep than younger adults. However, that\u2019s not true. Even though <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">old people sleep less<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, throughout our adulthood, we need a similar amount of sleep.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevertheless, older people tend to sleep less than the recommended 7\u20139 hours. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/insomnia-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia statistics support this claim<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, showing that 48% of the elderly experience symptoms of this disorder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below you can see the current recommendations provided by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Sleep Foundation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> regarding adequate sleep duration based on one\u2019s age.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Age<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Sleep Duration<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newborns (0\u20133 months)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14\u201317 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infants (4\u201311 months)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12\u201315 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toddlers (1\u20132 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11\u201314 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preschoolers (3\u20135 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10\u201313 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">School-age children (6\u201313 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9\u201311 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teenagers (14\u201317 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8\u201310 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Young adults (18\u201325 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7\u20139 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults (26\u201365 years)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7\u20139 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Older adults (65+)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7\u20138 hours<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/how-much-sleep-do-kids-need\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">newborns need more sleep than the rest of us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, however, this need gradually decreases as they grow older. After their teenage years, most people need between 7 and 9 hours to function as well as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Changes in Sleep Patterns With Age<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we mentioned earlier, older people tend to have trouble falling asleep and typically wake up earlier in the morning. As a result, the time they spend asleep decreases to a certain extent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of seniors are <\/span><b>light sleepers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who frequently wake up during the night. One of the reasons they easily wake up is that they spend less time in the \u201cdeep sleep\u201d stage. Since their nighttime rest is often disrupted, they don\u2019t always get all the benefits of a good night\u2019s sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with changes in their sleep patterns, the elderly have difficulties with sleep disorders and sleep-related breathing disorders as well. The most common among them are <\/span><b>insomnia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>sleep apnea<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The <\/b><b>Elderly<\/b><b> and <\/b><b>Sleep Deprivation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do they tend to sleep less, but older people\u2019s slumber isn\u2019t as restorative as it should be, which is another problem of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aging and sleep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, even seniors who get enough hours of sleep at night might feel sleepy during the day. That\u2019s why we\u2019ll briefly talk about the consequences of lack of sleep among this population, which generally don\u2019t differ much from the typical <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/effects-of-sleep-deprivation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">effects of sleep deprivation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reduced productivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inability to concentrate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anxiety and irritability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memory problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excessive sleep during the day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased risk of depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">impaired immune system, which can lead to frequent infections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer\u2019s disease, and certain cancers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Sleep and Aging Skin<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When they don&#8217;t get enough good sleep, many people experience an increase in:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wrinkles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">uneven pigmentation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decreased skin elasticity.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, people appear to be older than they really are because their lack of sleep impairs the skin\u2019s capacity to repair and regenerate itself, thereby also impacting its youthfulness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are just some of the adverse effects of sleep deprivation on one\u2019s health. Unsurprisingly, much more severe issues can also occur in some cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Causes of Sleep Problems<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons you might experience sleep problems as you get older. Some are typical of one\u2019s age and health, while others can result from lifestyle changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Common Causes<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor sleep hygiene <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have healthy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/bizarre-sleeping-habits-of-famous-people-infographic\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleeping habits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you may end up disrupting your body\u2019s internal clock, also known as the circadian rhythm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sleep disorders <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Another reason many people, especially <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">old people<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep less<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is that they often suffer from a kind of sleep disorder which prevents them from getting enough rest. Certain disorders, such as sleep apnea and insomnia, are more prevalent among older individuals. In addition to affecting sleep, these disorders might lead to severe medical conditions in the elderly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chronic illnesses <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a well-known fact that our health deteriorates with age. Several medical conditions (that especially affect older people), such as heart problems, heartburn, and arthritis, can harm sleep quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medication <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain medicines can have a highly negative effect on your sleep quality. They may keep you awake when you want to sleep or cause you to wake up in the middle of the night.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Life Changes<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stressful situations <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Certain life events usually associated with old age can cause a lot of stress and sleepless nights. For example, financial problems, the passing of a loved one, or moving to a nursing home can all lead to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sudden change<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep patterns<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Retirement <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Retirement is a huge change in your lifestyle since, all of a sudden, you don\u2019t have as many responsibilities during the day as you used to have. As a result, you might not feel as tired at bedtime, so falling asleep may become a bigger challenge. Also, without a strict schedule to follow, you may start going to bed at different times, which will severely interfere with your sleep hygiene.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Signs of Sleep Deprivation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you sleep less than when you were younger but still wake up well-rested in the morning, it\u2019s possible you now need less sleep to function normally. If you want to know whether you\u2019re sleep-deprived, pay attention to the following signs:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can\u2019t wake up without an alarm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You wake up feeling tired.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can\u2019t get through the day without napping.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You feel sleepy during the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You fall asleep within minutes of going to bed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Tips for Getting More ZZZs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we\u2019ve mentioned, the relationship between <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep and aging<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often involves the development of sleep problems due to an underlying medical condition or sleep disorder. In that case, you should consult your doctor or a sleep expert.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, if you have trouble sleeping for no particular reason, you might improve your sleep quality by making a few lifestyle changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few simple tips that can help adults improve their slumber:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a light dinner.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to bed and get up at the same time every day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid napping, particularly in the late afternoon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend more time outdoors to increase your exposure to natural light.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid consuming caffeinated beverages and alcohol, especially close to bedtime.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your sleep environment pleasantly cool, dark, and quiet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/disturbmenot.co\/technology-and-sleep\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">using electronic devices before bedtime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop a relaxing bedtime routine, like listening to soothing music.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inevitably, your sleeping habits will change as you get older. But don\u2019t discourage yourself. Read up on the subject, keep yourself informed and you\u2019ll be able to help yourself get the rest you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Considering that a good night\u2019s rest is vital for your health and normal daily functions, you absolutely shouldn\u2019t neglect this segment of your life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>How much sleep do I need,<\/b><b> going <\/b><b>by<\/b><b> my <\/b><b>age?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newborns need the most sleep, up to 17 hours a day. Then, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sleep architecture changes with age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and as we get older, the amount of sleep we need gradually decreases until adulthood when we need 7\u20139 hours a night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The elderly sometimes need even less sleep, though only a little. You can see more specifics on the recommended sleep duration by age in the table above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Do we sleep less as we age?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we need less sleep as we get older. However, once we reach adulthood, our need for sleep doesn\u2019t change much from then on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether we\u2019re 20 or 50 years old, we need to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep every night. Even people aged 65 or older need a similar amount of sleep (7\u20138 hours a night).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How can seniors sleep better?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to sleep better, seniors who have sleep issues first need to find out what the cause of their problem is. If they have a medical condition affecting their ability to sleep or a sleep disorder, they need to consult with their physician.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, if there\u2019s no particular underlying cause for their sleep problems, they might try to improve their sleep hygiene by following some of our tips given above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How much sleep do seniors need<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To feel refreshed and alert, most healthy individuals aged 65 and over require 7\u20138 hours of sleep per night. However, as you get older, your sleep patterns change by age. Insomnia or sleeping problems may result from these changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Why do old people sleep less<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because your body generates less growth hormone as you get older, you\u2019ll likely get less <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deep sleep<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The body creates less melatonin when this happens, so your sleep will probably be interrupted and you\u2019ll wake up more frequently during the night. That\u2019s why, as we get older, many of us consider ourselves \u201clight sleepers.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Do you age faster if you sleep less?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body is aging beneath the surface as well, and lack of sleep can hasten the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UCLA researchers discovered that a single night of poor sleep can accelerate the aging of an older adult&#8217;s cells. This may not appear to be a major issue, but it can trigger plenty of additional illnesses, such as multiple sclerosis, heart disease, and cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Why do<\/b><b> some <\/b><b>old people sleep so much<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another effect of the relationship between <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aging and sleep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is excessive daytime sleeping, which is quite common among the elderly. Its most prevalent cause is sleep deprivation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their environment might be uncomfortably warm\/cold or they consume too much caffeine during the day. Also, they may be waking up often because of aching joints, hypersensitivity to sound or, in men\u2019s case, frequent urination brought on by prostate gland enlargement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, if chronic health problems or age-related changes prevent someone from doing the things they enjoy, they may take naps more frequently to pass the time. Naturally, this will negatively impact their night slumber.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As people get older, they tend to have more sleep problems than when they were younger. 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