contribute to waking during the early morning hours.
Your Body May Also Be Waking You
Physical factors can interrupt sleep too.
For example, you might wake because you need to use the bathroom, feel too hot, experience discomfort, or have symptoms such as reflux or breathing problems.
Age can also influence sleep patterns. Many older adults naturally experience lighter, more fragmented sleep than younger adults.
That doesn’t mean every early-morning awakening is a sign of illness.
What About Hormones?
Hormones influence the sleep-wake cycle, including the body’s production of melatonin
