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Describe the Reason It Is Challenging to Describe the Prevalence

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Describe the reason it is challenging to describe the prevalence of mental disorders of older people.


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Medial Pontine Reticular Formation

A section of the brainstem involved in regulating autonomic functions, locomotion, and sleep-wake cycles.

Inferior Olivary Nucleus

A structure in the brainstem involved in motor control, providing input to the cerebellum and playing a role in the timing and coordination of movements.

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A small region of the brain in the hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms.

Peribrachial Area

Cholinergic nucleus in the dorsal brainstem having a role in R-sleep behaviors; projects to medial pontine reticular formation.

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