Research presented at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) today shows that 'Z-drugs' such as zolpidem, zopiclone and zaleplon, often prescribed to treat insomnia, could lead to an increase in falls for people with dementia.
Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have analysed a large data set to identify new risk factors which they believe are linked to increased risk of dementia in later life.
Sometimes a person with dementia will behave in ways that are difficult to understand in the late afternoon or early evening. This is known as 'Sundowning'.
People who get less rapid eye movement (REM) sleep may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study published today (Wednesday 23 August).
Several new research analyses found significant associations between disordered breathing during sleep and the accumulation of biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease.
Poor sleep may be a sign that people who are otherwise healthy may be more at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life compared to people who do not have sleep problems, says a new study.
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