Caring for someone who has Alzheimer\u2019s disease can be tough. They experience all sorts of issues including sleeping issues. Many people who have this disease have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. There are many reasons for this that you and their caregivers should be aware of.<\/p>\n
Trouble Sleeping<\/strong><\/p>\n Your elderly loved one might have trouble sleeping. If you have noticed they have had changes in the way that they fall asleep or stay asleep, it is time to find out what the issue might be. The first thing to note is that this disease, alone, can cause people to have trouble sleeping. There is something in their brain that causes sleep disruptions. It could be they are feeling restless or anxious before going to bed. Whatever the issue might be, these troubles sleeping should be addressed.<\/p>\n You should pay attention to how your loved one is behaving. Pay attention to how they are acting before bedtime. If they seem anxious about something, find a solution for their anxiety. You should also be sure that your loved one gets ready for bed 15 \u2013 30 minutes before their bedtime. This way they can get laid down and situated before it is time to fall asleep.<\/p>\n Sundowning Syndrome<\/strong><\/p>\n Sundowning is when your elderly loved one displays negative behaviors around sundown and through the night. Sometimes there are medications that the doctor will prescribe to help manage the sundowning symptoms.<\/p>\n You should also make sure your loved one\u2019s sleeping environment is as comfortable as possible. Increasing the activities they do during the day can help to tire them out for nighttime, as well. Lastly, you and your loved one\u2019s caregivers should make sure they don\u2019t have electronics during the evening or nighttime.<\/p>\n