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Sleeping pill addiction

Sleeping pill addiction: Introduction

Sleeping pill addiction: An uncontrollable desire to use sleeping pills on a regular basis. Sleeping pills are often prescribed for the treatment of sleeping problems but chronic use can lead to dependence on the drug. Frequent use leads to an increased tolerance to the drug so higher and higher doses are required to achieve the desired euphoric feeling. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Sleeping pill addiction is available below.

Symptoms of Sleeping pill addiction

  • Uncontrollable craving for tranquilizers
  • Obsessive thoughts about tranquilizers
  • Secrecy about use of tranquilizers
  • Excessive amount of money spend on obtaining tranquilizers
  • Loss of appetite
  • more symptoms...»

See full list of 30 symptoms of Sleeping pill addiction

Sleeping pill addiction: Complications

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Treatments for Sleeping pill addiction

  • Cognitive behavioural therapy, Motivational therapy, Addiction treatment programs, Counselling
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