Disruptions in Sleep-Wake Cycle Linked to Higher Dementia Risk in Women

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00:00Disruptions in sleep-wake cycle linked to higher dementia risk in women.

00:06A study found that women in their 80s who experience increasing drowsiness

00:09are over twice as likely to develop dementia.

00:13The research, which monitored 733 women with an average age of 82.5,

00:19explored the link between sleep issues and dementia risk.

00:25In the study of osteoporotic fractures,

00:28women with increasing daytime sleepiness were more than twice as likely to develop dementia.

00:33Researchers found that sleep issues like frequent waking and long daytime naps were key warning signs,

00:39while changes in circadian rhythms didn't impact dementia risk.

00:46The study on sleep and dementia in women has limitations,

00:50as it primarily involved elderly white women,

00:53and the cause-effect relationship remains unclear.

00:55Despite this, experts suggest improving sleep habits and brain-boosting activities

01:00could help reduce dementia risk in older individuals.

01:07Despite uncertainties in the study,

01:09improving sleep quality is essential for overall health.

01:13Creating a relaxing bedtime routine,

01:15avoiding caffeine,

01:16and making your bedroom a comfortable space

01:19can help promote better sleep

01:20and potentially protect cognitive health as you age.