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THURSDAY, June 12 (HealthDay News) — A new study suggests that older men with abnormal sleeping patterns may face a higher risk of death. The findings aren’t conclusive, and they don’t indicate why unusual sleep patterns could be unhealthy. Still, they’re food for thought, especially for older men, said study author Misti Paudel. “If people [...]

By Randy DotingaHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 12 (HealthDay News) — A new study suggests that older men with abnormal sleeping patterns may face a higher risk of death. The findings aren’t conclusive, and they don’t indicate why unusual sleep patterns could be unhealthy. Still, they’re food for thought, especially for older men, said study author [...]

The University Record, September 9, 1998 Teens’ abnormal sleep patterns could signal serious disorder By Amy Reyes News and Information Services There’s a difference between being tired and feeling sleepy all the time. If your teenager works late, stays up late studying or is out with his friends, but then rises early for school, your [...]

Abnormal sleep patterns in women linked to stroke NEW YORK | Mon Jul 21, 2008 5:04pm EDT NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Sleep patterns in middle-aged women can increase their risk for stroke, researchers in the United States have found. The greatest increase in stroke risk — 70 percent — was noted among women who [...]

Sleeping problems in the elderly may involve a number of factors such as: decreased energy output as a result of retirement,the age of the person, their state of health, and any prescription drugs they may be taking for health problems. Illness disrupts sleeping patterns in the elderly, and may result in increased awakenings due to [...]

Sleep Disturbances: Menopause and Melatonin Frederick R. Jelovsek MD, MS “I am 53 and having a terrible time falling asleep. My doctor has prescribed Ambien and it is working. I would love to just be able to sleep on a regular basis. Can I take this medicine for a long period of time? Can I [...]

A wide variety of active and complicated behaviors can occur during sleep and are more common than previously thought. These disorders are known as “parasomnias.” Problems such as sleepwalking and acting out dreams are quite different from each other and both warrant thorough evaluation. These disorders can result in serious injuries to the patient and [...]

Definition Sleep disorders in the elderly involve any disruptive pattern of sleep such as problems with falling or staying asleep, excessive sleep, or abnormal behaviors associated with sleep. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Sleeping problems are common in the elderly. In general, older people require less sleep, and their sleep is less deep than that [...]

Studies have shown that people with Sundowner’s Syndrome have a tendency to have sleep disturbances. This isn’t uncommon with elderly people who don’t suffer with any form of dementia, but for those with Sundowner’s, sleep problems only make the Sundowner’s symptoms more problematic. A Sundowner’s sufferer will no doubt exhibit symptoms every time they awaken. [...]

All of us experience insomnia at some point in our lives. Any disruption to our daily routine or schedules can throw our internal clocks out of whack. Time changes, foods we consume during the day, worry, stress, and illness are just some of the reasons why falling asleep may be difficult for us at times. [...]