Experts reveal hidden link between poor sleep and Alzheimer’s disease risk
In her own clinical psychology practice, Troxel said she has patients who experience insufficient or low-quality sleep due to stress.
“If we’re constantly thinking about, ‘Oh my gosh, if I don’t get enough sleep, I’m going to develop Alzheimer’s disease,’ that’s not going to serve you well,” she said. “We do have to recognize the risks, but also recognize that sleep is imperfect.”
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The sleep expert encourages aiming for progress instead of perfection.
“If we invade our brains with these worries about the consequences of not sleeping well, that’s going to increase pressure and anxiety, and contribute to more restless nights,” Troxel cautioned.
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“Sometimes, we have to just throw our hands up, practice the good behaviors that are going to set the conditions for a good night of sleep, and not obsess about it.”
Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.
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