Source: Fox News
Summary
A study published in the journal Sleep found that adults who felt older than their chronological age were more likely to report insomnia symptoms, irregular sleep patterns, and daytime fatigue. The study involved over 3,100 adults and compared their perceived age with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency, and daytime functioning. People who felt older than their actual age consistently reported poorer sleep and greater sleep-related impairment. Researchers also found that people who felt older than their age were more likely to report poorer physical health.
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The advice sounds familiar.
Feeling older than your age might be a sign of poor sleep, a new study suggests. The study’s findings align with what some experts see in their practice – that poor sleep is often a major part of the picture. Inadequate sleep can make everyday responsibilities feel more difficult and contribute to a feeling of premature aging. The study relied on self-reported survey responses and has several limitations, but the findings offer a reminder that fatigue should not automatically be blamed on getting older.
It’s not the first time sleep has been linked to aging.
Author: Evan Null
