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  • Why sleep changes as we age and what helps

    Britteny M. Howell and Christopher M. Jung, University of Alaska Anchorage|Nov 1, 2026

    If you've noticed that sleep isn't what it used to be, you're in good company. Many older adults find themselves waking earlier than they would like, getting up several times a night, or lying awake wondering why they can't fall back asleep. Friends often reassure them that "It's just part of getting older." This statement is not entirely true. Healthy aging can bring changes in how we sleep, whether we like it or not. Research shows that men tend to start having problems with their sleep after...