Many people experiencing sleep problems just want to get some sleep fast! But the causes of insomnia are complex and vary by each person. Several of the successful behavioral treatments for insomnia are time-intensive and require a lot of work by the person experiencing insomnia. The thought of a pill that can solve the problem quickly is very appealing. Unfortunately, sleep medications don't cure insomnia, and they can often exacerbate the problem over the long term.
Other concerns about the use of both over-the-counter and prescription sleeping pills include:
* development of drug tolerance
* development of drug dependence
* physical side effects
* interactions with other drugs or chemicals in the body
* withdrawal symptoms
* rebound insomnia
To read more about the problems with sleeping pills, click here
Friday, July 25, 2008
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