NHS Doctor Warns Against Sleeping Pills for Insomnia
Published on: Feb. 28, 2026, 11:10 a.m. | Source: Times Now
NHS GP Dr. Amir Khan warns against using sleeping pills, calling them addictive and harmful to REM sleep. He says they should rarely be prescribed, except in acute crises. Experts highlight risks like dependency, tolerance, falls, and rebound insomnia, recommending CBT, sleep hygiene, and treating underlying causes instead. , Health, Times Now
