Joe Girouard Discusses the Main Causes of Sleep Disorders in the Elderly
According to Boston based senior healthcare professional Joe Girouard, sleep problems are fairly common in the elderly. The changing sleep patterns and habits may result them to experience trouble falling asleep, wake up frequently in the night, sleep fewer hours, and have a poor quality sleep; which further leads to health issues, such as increased risk of falls, daytime fatigue, etc. According to Joe Girouard, there are many causes of sleep problems in the elderly. For instance, many seniors are on medications which can disrupt their sleep. Additionally, common substances, like caffeine, alcohol, & smoking also contribute to sleep disorders. In case you are already suffering from conditions, such as depression, anxiety, etc; the chances of developing sleep disorders can be high.
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