Sleep usually occurs in several phases. The sleep cycle includes:
- periods of sleep without dreams with easy and deep sleep
- periods of active dreaming (REM sleep)
The sleep cycle repeats multiple times during the night.
CHANGES WITH AGE
Sleep patterns usually change with age. Most people find that as they age, they have more difficulty falling asleep and wake up more frequently during the night.
The total sleep time remains the same or slightly decreases (6.5 to 7 hours per night). Older people spend less time in deep sleep and sleep without dreams, and on average wake up 3 or 4 times during the night and are more aware that they are awake. More frequent awakenings are a result of less time spent in deep sleep. Other causes of awakening include the need to get up and urinate (nocturia), anxiety and discomfort or pain due to long-term (chronic) diseases.
In this article, we have focused primarily on changes in sleep patterns resulting from aging; for more information on insomnia and therapies, please refer to the related article.
EFFECTS OF CHANGES
Sleep problems are a common issue. Long-term (chronic) lack of sleep is the main cause of traffic accidents and depression. Since sleep in older people is more fragmented and they often wake up more frequently, they may feel they are not getting enough sleep, even though their total sleep time has not changed.
Lack of sleep can cause confusion and other mental changes. Symptoms can decrease when a person gets enough sleep.
COMMON PROBLEMS
- insomnia is a common problem in older people, but it also occurs in younger people
- Insomnia: 150 Hz, 900 Hz, 5580 Hz, 30000 Hz, 47500 Hz, 360000 Hz, 360590 Hz, 388900 Hz, 434000 Hz, 456110 Hz
- other disorders may also appear, such as restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy or hypersomnia
- Restless legs syndrome: 40 Hz, 550 Hz, 570 Hz, 870 Hz, 7500 Hz, 50190 Hz, 140000 Hz, 390000 Hz, 624370 Hz, 819340 Hz
- Narcolepsy: 50 Hz, 310 Hz, 1590 Hz, 5030 Hz, 7290 Hz, 125440 Hz, 322570 Hz, 625910 Hz, 732500 Hz, 815030 Hz
- Hypersomnia: 190 Hz, 370 Hz, 7250 Hz, 45750 Hz, 120500 Hz, 401000 Hz, 409310 Hz, 552200 Hz, 751000 Hz, 922530 Hz
- serious problems can be caused by sleep apnea (a condition in which breathing stops for a period of time during sleep)
- Apnea: 60 Hz, 830 Hz, 970 Hz, 5160 Hz, 20000 Hz, 65000 Hz, 476500 Hz, 527000 Hz, 742000 Hz, 987230 Hz
Frequency source: ETDFL.com
PREVENTING INSOMNIA
Older people respond to medications differently than younger people. If depression affects your sleep, antidepressants can also be helpful, although it is better to avoid them if possible. It is very important to consult your doctor before taking any medications. Medications can lead to dependency, some substances can accumulate in the body, and toxic effects can develop, such as confusion and delirium, especially in the case of long-term use.
A mild antihistamine sometimes works better than sleep medications in alleviating short-term insomnia. However, most healthcare professionals do not recommend such medications for older people.
FREQUENCY THERAPY
Frequency therapy is increasingly used as a natural method for alleviating insomnia. It is based on aligning brainwaves with a frequency that supports deep and calming sleep. The use of frequency therapy, often in combination with other relaxation techniques such as meditation, helps achieve deeper stages of sleep, shortens the time needed to fall asleep, and increases the quality of overall sleep.
The frequency programs above address several issues, including insomnia and apnea. Further options appear in the ETDFL book, available free of charge in English through the card below.
- Sleep disorders: 190 Hz, 370 Hz, 7250 Hz, 45750 Hz, 120500 Hz, 401000 Hz, 409310 Hz, 552200 Hz, 751000 Hz, 922530 Hz
- Bruxism [involuntary teeth grinding during sleep]: 40 Hz, 230 Hz, 950 Hz, 7500 Hz, 10890 Hz, 55150 Hz, 376290 Hz, 534250 Hz, 655200 Hz, 904100 Hz
- Sleep apnea, disrupted 40 Hz, 550 Hz, 780 Hz, 970 Hz, 5870 Hz, 15750 Hz, 232500 Hz, 492500 Hz, 826070 Hz, 925950 Hz
- Night terrors [Night terrors differ from nightmares in the stage of sleep in which they occur. While nightmares are characteristic of the stage when the brain is already waking up or has not yet entered deep sleep, night terrors occur during the stage of deep sleep. Therefore, night terrors are characterized by the fact that the person (often children) does not wake up from them and does not remember the terror the next day]: 190 Hz, 370 Hz, 7250 Hz, 45750 Hz, 120500 Hz, 401000 Hz, 409310 Hz, 552200 Hz, 751000 Hz, 922530 Hz
The listed therapies can be performed using programmable frequency devices that cover a range from 1 Hz to 1 MHz. For better results, it is recommended to use a device that provides a stable, undistorted frequency and supports various types of attachments. One such device is the Zapper-Pro, which is featured at the link below.
Especially in cases of insomnia and other sleep-related issues, it is recommended—in addition to using the Zapper-Pro—to employ pulsed magnetic therapy and scalar waves via the F-Gen device. A key advantage of this device is that it can be set to operate continuously for 10 hours, allowing it to run throughout the night. For better sleep, you can set it to delta waves (1.2 Hz) or the Schumann resonance (7.83 Hz); alternatively, if you wish to work on various aspects of your life, you can utilize Solfeggio frequencies. Further information about the F-Gen device can be found at the link below.
Sleep improvement measures:
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- A light snack before bedtime may be beneficial. Many people find that warm milk increases sleepiness because it contains a natural amino acid that acts as a sedative.
- avoid stimulants such as caffeine at least 3 to 4 hours before bedtime.
- do not nap during the day.
- exercise regularly every day at the same time, but not less than 3 hours before bedtime
- Before going to bed, avoid violent TV programs and computer games. Instead, practice relaxation techniques
- do not watch television or use computers, mobile phones, or tablets in the bedroom
- try to go to bed at the same time every evening and wake up at the same time every morning
- use the bed only for sleeping or sexual activity
- Avoid tobacco products, especially before bedtime.
- Ask your doctor if any of the medications you are taking may affect your sleep.
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If you are unable to fall asleep within 20 minutes of getting into bed, get out of bed and engage in a quiet activity, such as reading or listening to music.
When you feel sleepy, return to bed and try again. If you are still unable to fall asleep after 20 minutes, repeat the process.
Drinking alcohol before bed can indeed make you sleepy, but it is better to avoid it because it can wake you up during the night.
In this article, we have focused primarily on changes in sleep patterns associated with aging; for more information regarding insomnia and various therapies, please refer to the related article.