Abstract
Background:
Insomnia is a common condition affecting individuals of various ages that can be addressed using a range of validated treatments.
Objective:
The aim of this review is to outline current treatment approaches for insomnia disorder.
Discussion:
Current guidelines suggest cognitive behavioural therapy is the first-line treatment for insomnia. This may be complemented with short-term pharmacological intervention.
MeSH terms
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / methods*
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Humans
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Hypnotics and Sedatives / adverse effects
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Hypnotics and Sedatives / therapeutic use
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Orexin Receptor Antagonists / adverse effects
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Orexin Receptor Antagonists / therapeutic use
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Sleep Hygiene / drug effects
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Sleep Hygiene / physiology
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Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders / psychology
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Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders / therapy*
Substances
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Hypnotics and Sedatives
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Orexin Receptor Antagonists