Problems with sleep are common with advancing years and occur in over half of adults age
65 and older. It has been estimated that insomnia affects about a third of the older …

Background: primary and secondary insomnia, especially among older adults, is frequently
encountered by family physicians. Pharmacological interventions, although effective in some …

Sleep can, according to a simple description, be seen as a reversible behavioural state of
perceptual disengagement from unresponsiveness to the environment, and it is a vital …

Abstract Purpose of Review To evaluate and summarize recent research articles pertaining
to insomnia in older adults that can guide healthcare providers on factors to consider when …

Insomnia in the geriatric patient is unique and complex, requiring a comprehensive and
careful evaluation. Insomnia is the most common sleep complaint reported by persons> 60 …

ContextInsomnia is a prevalent health complaint in older adults. Behavioral and
pharmacological treatments have their benefits and limitations, but no placebo-controlled …

The most common complaints of older adults concern their difficulty initiating or maintaining
sleep, which results in insufficient sleep and an increased risk of falls, difficulty with …

A good night's sleep is often more elusive as we age, because the prevalence of insomnia in
older people is high. Insufficient sleep can have important effects on daytime function by …

Abstract Purpose of Review Late-life insomnia is a serious medical condition associated
with many untoward consequences. The high prevalence of late-life insomnia, along with …

Insomnia is a problem in all stages of life but is particularly common after age 65. A number
of factors--including advanced age, psychosocial influences, medical illness, and the use of …