DAILY SLEEP AND EMOTION INERTIA IN LATE LIFE
2024
Sleep and Emotions in Older Adults
Sample size: 251
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Zexi, Fingerman Karen
Primary Institution: The University of Texas Austin
Hypothesis
This study examines the associations between sleep and emotion inertia in older adults’ daily life.
Conclusion
Good sleep may help older adults maintain a good mood on positive days and be more adaptable on negative days.
Supporting Evidence
- Higher sleep quality was associated with lower emotion inertia on days with lower positive or higher negative emotions.
- More overall hours of sleep predicted less emotion inertia among older adults with more depressive symptoms.
Takeaway
Getting good sleep can help older people feel better emotionally, especially when they are feeling down.
Methodology
The study used ecological momentary assessment data over 5–6 days where older adults reported their sleep and emotions.
Participant Demographics
Older adults with an average age of 73.7.
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