Sleep is indispensable for everyone, and one-third of a person's life is spent sleeping. However, sleep often plagues many people, and insomnia in the elderly is a common problem. So, is it normal for the elderly to suffer from insomnia?How many hours a day should an elderly person sleep to be healthy?Let's take a look at how the elderly can sleep more healthily and live a long and long life!
First, we need to understand the damage that sleep deprivation does to the body. According to research, sleep deprivation can lead to problems such as unresponsiveness, impaired expression, and overeating. These problems may arise because of a lack of sleep, which leads to sluggishness, difficulty concentrating, sluggish reactions, and poor motor skills. In addition, drowsiness can lead to impaired balance and deep perception. 
So, what is the cause of insomnia in the elderly?There are three main reasons: first, the mental state of the elderly after retirement is different from when they were young on the job, and they often show a state of depression;Secondly, the elderly go to the toilet frequently at night, which leads to a decrease in sleep quality;Finally, as the elderly age, the blood flow to the brain decreases, which is prone to cause brain metabolic disorders. So, how can you improve your sleep quality?First, you can try adjusting your sleep schedule. In winter, the days are shortened and the nights are increased, so people should also comply with the principle of "winter storage" and appropriately extend the sleep time. It is best for the elderly to wait for the sun to come out before getting up to avoid the cold. Secondly, you can do some relaxing activities before bedtime, such as massage, etc. Also, try to avoid sleeping with the lights on, and if you need to turn on the lights, replace them with a yellowish floor lamp. If you want to be the most stable, you can go to the relevant hospital for inspection. If you snore during sleep, raise the head of the bed 3-5 degrees to allow her to breathe more freely. Milk and ** have certain effects, but the effects vary from person to person. Before bedtime**, some soft piano music does have a relaxing effect. Finally, increase the communication between the elderly and the outside world to make their schedules more colorful. 
In conclusion, insomnia in older adults is a common problem. By adjusting the work and rest time, carrying out relaxation activities, avoiding sleeping with lights on, and increasing communication with the outside world, the sleep quality of the elderly can be improved.