University of Arizona Study Links Sleep Habits to Brain Aging Risks
A study conducted by the University of Arizona has identified a connection between certain sleep habits and signs of brain aging. The research, published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia, analyzed brain scans and questionnaire responses from over 23,000 middle-aged and older adults. The study found that sleeping outside the recommended seven-to-nine-hour range, frequent daytime napping, and sleeplessness were associated with increased white matter lesions in the brain, which are linked to a higher risk of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. The research was a collaborative effort involving the U of A Department of Psychology, the Zuckerman College of Public Health, and the University of Southern California. 
