Post-COVID Abnormal Sleep Common, Potential Impacts on Cognition
Post-COVID-19 abnormal sleep patterns have emerged as a common occurrence, raising concerns about their potential impacts on cognitive function. A report published on NeurologyLive highlights the findings of a study that explores the relationship between disrupted sleep and cognitive impairment in individuals recovering from COVID-19. The study reveals that many patients experience changes in sleep duration, quality, and overall sleep-wake patterns following COVID-19 infection, even in those who did not exhibit severe respiratory symptoms. These sleep disturbances have been associated with cognitive deficits such as memory problems, decreased attention span, and difficulties in executive function. The exact mechanisms underlying these sleep disruptions and their cognitive effects are yet to be fully understood. Further research is required to elucidate the long-term consequences of post-COVID-19 sleep abnormalities and to develop targeted interventions to mitigate cognitive impairment.