Ecological and Demographic Influences on the Prevalence of Sleep Disorders and Their Impact on Cognitive Decline

This study highlights the substantial impact of ecological and demographic factors on sleep health and cognitive function. Poor sleep quality, influenced by noise pollution, air quality, and temperature fluctuations, is associated with cognitive decline, particularly in older adults. Maintaining an optimal sleep duration of approximately seven hours may serve as a protective factor against cognitive impairment. Given the observed associations, targeted interventions such as noise reduction policies, improved air quality measures, and urban planning for better sleep environments could help mitigate sleep-related cognitive decline. Future longitudinal studies incorporating objective sleep monitoring techniques are recommended to strengthen causal inferences.

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Cureus
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2025-03-06
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.80162
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Sleep and related disorders
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This study highlights the substantial impact of ecological and demographic factors on sleep health and cognitive function. Poor sleep quality, influenced by noise pollution, air quality, and temperature fluctuations, is associated with cognitive decline, particularly in older adults. Maintaining an optimal sleep duration of approximately seven hours may serve as a protective factor against cognitive impairment. Given the observed associations, targeted interventions such as noise reduction policies, improved air quality measures, and urban planning for better sleep environments could help mitigate sleep-related cognitive decline. Future longitudinal studies incorporating objective sleep monitoring techniques are recommended to strengthen causal inferences.

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