Sleep Problems in Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
Some people with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia may have trouble sleeping at night. To combat this problem:
For more information on how to improve sleeping patterns, see the topic Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older.
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerPeter J. Whitehouse, MD - Neurology
Sleep Problems in Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
Some people with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia may have trouble sleeping at night. To combat this problem:
- Keep the person awake and active during the day. Discourage napping unless doing so causes more problems.
- Late afternoon exercise may be helpful.
- Offer warm milk or caffeine-free herbal tea before bedtime.
- If it seems to relax the person, give him or her a bath close to bedtime.
For more information on how to improve sleeping patterns, see the topic Sleep Problems, Age 12 and Older.
ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerPeter J. Whitehouse, MD - Neurology
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