Exploring Food Insecurity and Perceived Stress on Daytime Sleepiness among Older Adults in New York City.

ABSTRACT: The growing population of older adults in the U.S. is experiencing increased food insecurity and stress, which are associated with nocturnal sleep quality and consequently excessive daytime sleepiness. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between food insecurity and perceived stress on daytime sleepiness in older adults aged 60 and older living in New York City. This cross-sectional, quantitative study utilized the US Household Food Security Survey Module six-item questionnaire, the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and Sleepiness Total to collect data. Participants completed an online survey via Qualtrics. Linear and logistic regression models were used to assess the association between demographic variables and food insecurity, perceived stress, and daytime sleepiness outcomes. T

SUBMITTER: Brown C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11394888 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature