作者: Marci M. Loiselle , Melanie K. Means , Jack D. Edinger
DOI: 10.1016/S1566-3124(04)17002-8
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摘要: Publisher Summary This chapter discusses the sleep disturbances in aging. Human patterns reflect characteristic changes brain wave activity that can be quantified by electroencephalography (EEG) and categorized into two distinct states: non-rapid eye movement (NREM) rapid (REM) sleep. The epidemiology of older adults is also presented chapter. disorders commonly found this age group are described. Aging accompanied an increasing susceptibility to disturbances. Normal age-related human system increase propensity for developing problems late life. prevalence insomnia, sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), circadian rhythm disorders, sleep-related increases substantially late-life. In addition, normal architecture create a fragmented light pattern sets stage complaints population. Sleep disturbance may associated with poorer quality life, dependence on hypnotic medication, increased risk falls, morbidity, impaired cognitive performance, daytime somnolence. assessment, diagnosis, treatment reviewed focus issues relevant adults.