Music at Bedtime to Help Sleep in Alzheimer's Disease

This trial is testing whether music—either personalized playlists or audiobooks led by a therapist—can help people with Alzheimer's disease sleep better and manage difficult behaviors. Instead of relying on medication or physical restraints when behavioral challenges arise, the study explores whether calming music sessions in the evening might create a more peaceful environment. Researchers will track sleep and behavior using special monitors and questionnaires before, during, and after the music sessions.

As Alzheimer's disease progresses, many patients experience sleep problems and behavioral difficulties. Currently, caregivers often turn to medications or physical restraints to manage these challenges, but this treatment isn't always effective or comfortable for patients. This study hopes to show that simple, non-medication approaches like music can be a gentler and more effective way to help patients sleep and feel more settled.