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GMU Bright Light Therapy (Tan Tock Seng Hospital)
Overview
This brief guide explains bright light therapy used in the Geriatric Monitoring Unit, which employs high-intensity lighting (approximately 1,000 lux) to help patients with delirium establish healthy sleep-wake cycles. The therapy keeps patients awake during the day, promotes social engagement and activities, improves nighttime sleep quality, and is particularly beneficial for elderly patients with sleep disorders, with lights administered from 5pm-8pm daily.
This article was published by Tan Tock Seng Hospital and updated in 2026.