Non-pharmacological interventions for sleep in older adults: an umbrella review and evidence map of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sleep health is a critical determinant of older adults' physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being, yet pharmacological treatments for sleep disturbances carry substantial risks.

Objective

This umbrella review aims to synthesize evidence on the effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions (NPIs) for improving sleep in older adults, to inform clinical decision-making and future guidelines.

Methods

This review adhered to PRIOR and PRISMA guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024565849). Systematic searches were conducted across six databases from inception to July 6, 2024. Eligible studies were systematic reviews with meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) targeting adults aged ≥60 years. Two reviewers independently screened s

SUBMITTER: Yu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12439529 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature