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What Can I Give My Elderly Mom to Help Her Sleep? A Guide to Safe Remedies

According to the National Institute on Aging, more than half of older adults experience chronic sleep complaints, including difficulty falling and staying asleep. Discover what can I give my elderly mom to help her sleep and learn the safest, most effective approach to improving her rest.

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What sleeping pills are good for over 55? Weighing safety, efficacy, and alternatives

According to a 2017 University of Michigan poll, over a third of adults aged 65 and older report taking some type of sleep medication. Navigating what sleeping pills are good for over 55 requires a careful balance between achieving restful sleep and minimizing the risk of adverse side effects, such as increased fall risk and cognitive impairment. This guide explores options from supplements to prescriptions, emphasizing that the safest approach is often non-pharmacological first.

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Why should older adults not take diphenhydramine? Understanding the risks

According to the American Geriatrics Society's Beers Criteria, oral diphenhydramine is considered a potentially inappropriate medication for adults 65 years and older. This guideline, based on extensive clinical evidence, highlights key reasons why older adults should not take diphenhydramine.

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