Rest easy: Healthy sleep strategies for older adults and caregivers

Sleep often changes with age. Older adults may go to bed and wake up earlier, spend less time in each stage of sleep, and experience lighter, shorter sleep with more nighttime waking. Medications and health conditions can also affect sleep quality. While sleep may seem simple, it involves several parts of the brain working together to prepare the body for rest. The circadian rhythm, often called the body’s clock, helps guide when you feel sleepy and awake. Learn practical tips to help older adults overcome common sleep challenges so everyone can enjoy more restorative rest. 

Presenter: Dr. Subhendu Rath, Assistant Professor at the UK Department of Neurology