Deep Sleep May Lower Alzheimer Memory Loss in Older Adults: Study

Past age 50, men are much more likely to have REM sleep behavior disorder than women. Shutterstock

Older adults who struggle with memory loss, cognitive decline, and Alzheimer’s disease can find hope in the power of sleep. Recent research suggests that deep, non-REM sleep may provide protection against Alzheimer’s disease, an all too common form of dementia.

Those results could prove to be a beacon of hope for sufferers and their families as they look for ways to stave off symptoms and live fuller lives.