My wife was diagnosed with ALZ two years ago. She sleeps like a baby, gets in bed around 9:00 pm and doesn’t get up until I wake her up around 9:00 am the next day. My wife has always used sleep as her escape so I’m not surprised. So sorry for your diagnosis. Wishing you the best.
July 3
Thanks I appreciate your response.
June 30
Getting only 2-3 hours of sleep a night is not considered normal or healthy, but sleep problems are very common with Alzheimer's. About 25% of people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's experience sleep trouble, and this can get worse over time. There are a few reasons why Alzheimer's can disrupt sleep:
- Circadian rhythm Show Full Answer
Getting only 2-3 hours of sleep a night is not considered normal or healthy, but sleep problems are very common with Alzheimer's. About 25% of people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's experience sleep trouble, and this can get worse over time. There are a few reasons why Alzheimer's can disrupt sleep:
- Circadian rhythm changes — Alzheimer's can affect the brain's internal clock, making it hard to know when to sleep or wake
- Sundowning — increased confusion or agitation in the evening can make it hard to fall asleep
- Anxiety or depression — these can also interfere with sleep
- Medications — some can cause insomnia as a side effect It's really important to bring this up with a doctor as soon as possible. Only 2-3 hours of sleep is very little and could affect overall health and wellbeing. A doctor can review medications, suggest lifestyle adjustments, and help find the right approach for better rest.
Getting more sleep is worth working toward — the brain actually does important repair work while sleeping!
June 30
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