Engelsk titel: Bright light treatment against sleep disturbances in nursing homes - a non-pharmacological alternative
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Författare:
Fetveit A
;
Bjorvatn B
Email: arne.fetveit@medisin.uio.no
Språk: Nor
Antal referenser: 16
Dokumenttyp:
Artikel
UI-nummer: 05061127
Sammanfattning
BACKGROUND : Age-related sleep disturbances may be caused by changes in the circadian rhythm, either by phase shifting and/or by a reduction of its amplitude. This may result in less nocturnal sleep and less wakefulness during the day.
MATERIAL AND METHODS : The article is based on our own research and on relevant studies and reviews in this field.
RESULTS AND INTERPRETATION : Bright light treatment may alter the phase and strengthen the existing circadian rhythm in patients with insomnia, thus creating a clearer distinction between night and day. It is reported that bright light treatment in the morning for patients with dementia may improve sleep maintenance.