Excessive Napping in Older Adults May Signal Serious Health Issues, Study Finds

Excessive napping in older adults may signal serious health issues, study finds

Excessive daytime napping in older adults could be a warning sign of underlying health problems, not just a harmless habit, a study released this week suggests.

Frequent napping in older age may be associated with worsening health

New research suggests that changes to napping patterns in older adults, such as longer or more frequent naps, may signal declining health, serving as a warning sign of underlying or developing health conditions.

Taking Frequent Naps During the Day May Point to Underlying Health Issues in Older Adults

Learn why excessive napping is associated with increased mortality rates in older adults, acting as a warning sign for underlying health issues.