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Sleep Medicine Specialists: Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic
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What is Hypnotic Dependence?
Hypnotic dependence refers to the circumstance when a patient has been prescribed a sleep aid for many years and has developed the belief that in order to sleep they must take a medication. Hypnotic dependence is quite common in people who have long standing insomnia. Being dependent on a sleep medication can have significant health consequences. Many people report concern related to long-term use of sleep medications and a desire to discontinue their use. The BSM clinic at sleep medicine specialists can be of assistance to those who wish to discontinue use of hypnotic medication. We can work with the prescribing physician and develop a withdrawal schedule to help people kick the sleeping pill habit. Following the withdrawal process, patients are taught a variety of strategies to naturally improve sleep and overcome insomnia.
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