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.