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One Stage of Sleep Seems Critical For Reducing Risk of Dementia : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 16, 2025 5:40 am
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The Importance of Slow-Wave Sleep in Preventing Dementia

As we age, the risk of developing dementia increases, especially if we don’t get enough slow-wave sleep. A recent study conducted in 2023 revealed that individuals over the age of 60 are 27 percent more likely to develop dementia for each 1 percent decrease in deep sleep they experience annually.

Slow-wave sleep, also known as the third stage of a 90-minute sleep cycle, plays a crucial role in our overall health. This restful stage allows our brain waves to slow down, heart rate to decrease, and blood pressure to drop. It is during this phase that our muscles, bones, and immune system are strengthened, and our brains are prepared to absorb new information. Research has also shown that individuals with Alzheimer’s-related changes in their brain perform better on memory tests when they get more slow-wave sleep.

Neuroscientist Matthew Pase from Monash University in Australia highlights the significance of slow-wave sleep in supporting the aging brain and facilitating the clearance of metabolic waste, including proteins that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease. He suggests that improving deep sleep may serve as a modifiable risk factor for dementia.

The study, which involved researchers from Australia, Canada, and the US, analyzed data from 346 participants in the Framingham Heart Study. These individuals underwent two overnight sleep studies between 1995 and 2003, with an average of five years between tests. By comparing the participants’ slow-wave sleep levels over time and monitoring dementia cases until 2018, the researchers found a concerning link between decreasing slow-wave sleep and an increased risk of dementia.

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Participants experienced a decline in slow-wave sleep as they aged, with the most significant loss occurring between the ages of 75 and 80. Each percentage point decrease in slow-wave sleep per year was associated with a 27 percent higher risk of developing dementia, which rose to 32 percent for Alzheimer’s disease specifically.

Factors such as cardiovascular disease, medication affecting sleep, and the APOE ε4 gene were also linked to low levels of slow-wave sleep. While the study sheds light on the importance of deep sleep in preventing dementia, further research is needed to fully understand the relationship between sleep patterns and cognitive decline.

It’s clear that prioritizing adequate sleep is crucial for overall health and well-being, beyond just memory function. Taking steps to enhance slow-wave sleep can significantly impact our cognitive health in the long run. The study has been published in JAMA Neurology, emphasizing the importance of addressing sleep quality in dementia prevention.

This article was originally published in November 2023 and has been updated for clarity.

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