Factors Associated With Sleep Disturbances Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic Among Older Adults With Chronic Conditions.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The COVID-19 pandemic may contribute to sleep problems among older adults with chronic conditions. We examined factors linked to pandemic-related sleep disturbances in a US sample of adults aged 50 and older with chronic conditions.

Design

Cross-sectional anonymous online survey between May 14 and July 9, 2020.

Setting

Michigan (82.3% of participants) and 33 other US states.

Participants

Total of 705 adults (M = 64.57 years, SD = 8.82, range = 50-94) who reported at least one chronic condition.

Measurements

Sociodemographic and health characteristics, physical activity, media use, pandemic-related stress, social resources, and pandemic-related sleep disturbances.

Results

In the fully adjusted regression models, people who reported more

SUBMITTER: Polenick CA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8450302 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature