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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 13, 2025

4 min

Do older people have less REM sleep?

According to a meta-analysis of sleep patterns, the percentage of REM sleep decreases slightly with age in adults. This natural decline raises the question, do older people have less REM sleep, and what impact does this change have on overall health and wellbeing?

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Oct 3, 2025

4 min

Should you let a dementia patient sleep during the day? Understanding naps and sleep cycles

Sleep disturbances affect up to 80% of dementia patients, a statistic that highlights the significant challenges caregivers face. Deciding **should you let a dementia patient sleep during the day** is a common dilemma, requiring a careful balance between providing rest and maintaining a healthy sleep-wake cycle.

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