Insomnia in midlife may manifest as cognitive problems in retirement age

Long-term insomnia symptoms can pose a risk of poorer cognitive functioning later in life. This is why insomnia should be treated as early as possible, according to a new study.

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The Helsinki Health Study at the University of Helsinki investigated the development of insomnia symptoms in midlife and their effects on memory, learning ability and concentration after retirement. The follow-up period was 15–17 years.

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Filed under cognition, cognitive decline, cognitive impairment, insomnia, midlife

4 responses to “Insomnia in midlife may manifest as cognitive problems in retirement age

  1. What was the best way to treat it? I guess my ship has sailed.

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