---
title: "Nervous System & Sleep | Sleep Science Academy — Sleep Science Academy"
url: https://sleepscienceacademy.com/category/nervous-system-and-sleep/
description: "Chronic insomnia is often a nervous system problem. Learn how to regulate your stress response, lower nighttime arousal, and sleep deeply again."
lang: en
---

# Nervous System & Sleep

How your nervous system controls your sleep — and how to regulate it using breathwork, somatic techniques, HRV training, and CBT-I principles.

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## Understanding How Sleep Patterns Shift as We Age

Learn how sleep patterns change with age, why older adults may struggle with sleep, and what habits can support healthier rest at every life stage.

Devin Burke · May 11, 2026 · 6 min read
https://sleepscienceacademy.com/blog/nervous-system-and-sleep/understanding-how-sleep-patterns-shift-as-we-age/

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