Non-pharmacologic treatment of insomnia in persons with dementia

摘要: The prevalence of insomnia increases with age and affects up to 35% community-dwelling adults dementia. Sleep disturbances associated cognitive behavioral symptoms in this patient population can be a significant contributor morbidity, mortality, caregiver burden. Despite the frequency which sleep disorders are encountered primary care, few evidence-based guidelines available guide physician treatment plans. Sedative-hypnotic medications commonly prescribed but adverse effects have limited efficacy data. Non-pharmacologic treatments safe effective adjuncts or alternatives often underused clinical practice. This article reviews practical applications modalities such as light therapy, exercise, sleep-hygiene modification treating persons