becomes more sensitive with age, nighttime trips may increase.
Certain medications can also influence sleep by causing:
- More frequent urination
- Changes in body temperature
- Lighter, less restorative sleep
- Many people don’t realize the connection until they discuss it with a healthcare provider.
4. Lifestyle habits that affect sleep
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Daily routines strongly shape sleep patterns.
After retirement or during slower life phases, people often:
- Eat dinner earlier
- Move less during the day
- Nap longer
- Spend evenings in low-stimulus environments
- These habits can signal to the brain that
