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Why do the elderly sleep most of the day?

According to the National Institute on Aging, older adults need the same amount of sleep as younger adults—seven to nine hours per night. So, why do the elderly sleep most of the day? Excessive daytime sleepiness is often a sign of underlying issues, not a natural part of growing old.

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