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If you frequently feel the need to nap during the day, you’re not alone. Many people turn to a quick power nap to recharge and combat tiredness. The quality and duration of sleep are closely tied to both physical and mental well-being. Adults should strive for 7-9 hours of sleep per night, which can become increasingly difficult with age. A new study suggests a link between daytime napping and increased mortality risk factors in older adults and seniors.
Researchers identified a significant link between napping patterns and long-term health risks, particularly affecting longevity and mortality. Specifically, extended nap durations, greater variability in nap lengths, and napping during midday to early afternoon hours were associated with a higher mortality risk.
The study tracked over 86,000 participants averaging 63 years of age, with 57% being female. They logged nap duration, timing, and deviations from regular napping routines for 7 days from activity trackers they wore. This information was compared with various factors, such as preferred sleep times, peak alertness or energy periods, BMI, demographic details, existing health conditions, nighttime sleep patterns, smoking, and alcohol use.
Researchers examined the link between napping patterns and all-cause mortality across an 8-year follow-up. They observed that individuals who passed away during this period tended to take longer naps, showed greater variability in nap timing, and typically napped around noon and early afternoon.
These results underscore the value of evaluating napping habits when assessing mortality risk in middle-aged and older adults. The study emphasizes that while napping itself isn’t necessarily harmful, shifts toward longer or irregular naps may indicate underlying health issues. It highlights the importance of clinicians including questions about daytime sleep in routine evaluations, particularly for older adults.
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0350 Objectively-Assessed Napping Behaviors Predict Mortality in Middle-to-Older Aged Adults
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