Symptoms

Sleep and Parkinson's

Sleep and Parkinson's

Sleep is essential for all people. The recommended amount of sleep for adults is eight hours each night. A pattern of good sleep can improve psychological, emotional and cognitive function. It can also strengthen the immune system and regulate appetite and blood pressure and more. It is the ultimate system reset. But disturbances in healthy sleep patterns are one of the most common non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. So what can you do about your sleep difficulties?