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The Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) has formally addressed the importance of sleep through a consensus statement and report, which emphasize that sleep is vital for cognitive function [1] and provide specific behavioral recommendations to improve sleep quality {fact:5, fact:6}.
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Experts recommend 7-8 hours of sleep for better brain health sph.unc.edu 6 facts
claimThe Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) consensus statement asserts that sleep is vital to brain health and cognitive function, and that sleeping an average of 7-8 hours each day is related to better brain and physical health in older people.
quotePeggye Dilworth-Anderson, a professor of health policy and management at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health and a member of the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) committee, stated: “This report reflects the collaboration of the GCBH with leading scientists and experts around the world on sleep and brain health. It aims to educate policy makers, caregivers, the general public and others about the importance of sleep, brain health and cognitive functioning.”
quote“Although sleep problems are a huge issue with older adults, it’s unfortunate the importance of sleep is often not taken seriously by health care professionals,” said Sarah Lock, AARP senior vice president for policy and GCBH executive director.
claimThe Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) consensus statement asserts that regular exposure to light and physical activity supports good sleep.
claimThe Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) consensus statement asserts that people of any age can change their behavior to improve their sleep.
procedureThe Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) report recommends the following procedures to improve sleep: (1) get up at the same time every day, seven days a week; (2) restrict fluids and food three hours before going to bed to avoid sleep disruption; (3) avoid using over-the-counter (OTC) medications for sleep, as these can have negative side-effects including disrupted sleep quality and impaired cognitive functioning.