"Midlife Sleep Quality Tied to Later Cognitive Health, Studies Suggest"
A study published in Neurology suggests that middle-aged individuals with disrupted sleep patterns are at double the risk of cognitive decline compared to those with less sleep interruption. The research, which followed 526 people over 11 years, indicates that sleep quality is more crucial for cognitive health than sleep quantity. While the study found a significant association between sleep disturbance and later cognitive issues, further research is needed to explore the potential link and its implications for Alzheimer's disease prevention.