Sleep
 
Sleep and Aging: why can't Grandma sleep?
Many assume that older adults sleep less than younger people, but surveys indicate they average about seven hours of sleep. However, sleep disturbances are common among older adults due to medical or psychiatric issues, medications, or sleep disorders such as insomnia, circadian rhythm problems, and restless leg syndrome. Fortunately, effective treatments are available for these problems.
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There is nothing new under the sun: Sleep and the Bible
Modern scientific discoveries about sleep often mirror knowledge found in ancient texts like the Bible. Sleep disorders referenced in the Bible can be interpreted through today’s scientific understanding, showing that much of what we consider "new" is actually an extension of concepts known in biblical times.
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Facilitator: Sonia Ancoli-Israel, Ph.D.
Dr. Sonia Ancoli-Israel is a Professor Emeritus and research professor at UC San Diego, specializing in sleep disorders and circadian rhythms, particularly related to aging, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer. She has conducted extensive research on sleep disorders, dementia, and cancer-related fatigue. A leader in the field, she has served as President of major sleep research societies and earned numerous prestigious awards. With over 575 publications, Dr. Ancoli-Israel is highly recognized in her field, ranking #1 at UCSD among female scientists in 2022 and 2023. Outside of academia, she enjoys traveling to over 90 countries and photography, sharing her experiences on her blog, Journeys With Sonia.
 
Wednesdays, November 6 & 13.  3-4pm.  Followed by drinks and appetizers.
$15/M, $35/NM for 2-week course.