Evidence

Psychological treatments effective and safe

•As good as or better than hypnotics in short term

•Long term benefits

•No risks

Morin CM et al. Psychological and behavioral treatment of insomnia: update of the recent evidence (1998-2004). Sleep 2006:29: 1398-1414.

Morgan K et al. Psychological treatment for insomnia in the regulation of long-term hypnotic drug use. Health Technol Assess 2004:8: iii-68.