A good night's sleep
We all need a good night's rest,
but dementia can cause people difficulties in getting to sleep. People can
become confused about night and day, and may get up in the middle of the night,
thinking that it is morning.
Things that can help include:
·
limiting
daytime naps (which will impact on their ability to sleep through the night)
and ensuring a range of stimulating activities - someone is more likely to doze
off during the day if they are bored
·
avoiding
caffeinated drinks such as tea and coffee, particularly in the evening
·
taking
some form of exercise during the day
·
finding
soothing and relaxing ways to encourage the person to sleep, such as giving
them a warm milky drink (which does not contain caffeine) at bedtime.
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