References

Highlights
Introduction
Causes of Short-Term or Transient Insomnia
Causes of Chronic Insomnia
Are You at Risk For Insomnia?
Prognosis
Diagnosis of Insomnia
Treatment
Medications
Resources
References

References

Glass J, Lanctot KL, Herrmann N, Sproule BA, Busto UE. Sedative hypnotics in older people with insomnia: meta-analysis of risks and benefits. BMJ. 2005 Nov 19;331(7526):1169.

Ohayon MM. Severe hot flashes are associated with chronic insomnia. Arch Intern Med. 2006 June 26;166(12):1262-1268.

Pack AI, Dinges DF, Gehrman PR, Staley B, Pack FM, Maislin G. Risk factors for excessive sleepiness in older adults. Ann Neurol. 2006 Jun;59(6):893-904.

Sivertsen B, Omvik S, Pallesen S, Bjorvatn B, Havik OE, Kvale G, et al. Cognitive behavioral therapy vs zopiclone for treatment of chronic primary insomnia in older adults: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA. 2006 June 28;295(24):2851-2858.

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