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How’s yourSLEEP?
4 out of 10 Veterans
have signs of insomnia
9 out of 10Veteranswith PTSD have sleep problems
How does PTSD make sleep worse?• Feeling “on guard” all
the time
• Memories replayingin your head
• Worrying or negativethinking
• Nightmaresdisruptingsleep
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
is the #1 recommended treatment, not sleep medication.*
CBT for Insomnia is a short talk therapy proven to work in:
VeteransPTSD
DepressionPain
TBI
Compare your Options
CBT for Insomnia
Medication
Sleep Medication
How it worksChanges brain chemistry
Works fastEasy to use
Side effects include falls, drowsiness, dependence, fogginess, and memory problemsLess effective over time
CBT for Insomnia
How it worksModifies thoughts and habits that affect sleep
70-80% achieve better sleepSkills last a lifetime
Therapy takes effortExtra appointments
Ask your provider about a CBT for Insomnia referral today.
www.PTSD.va.govOctober 2016
Scan for free VA mobile apps to help with CBT for Insomnia, PTSD, and mindfulness.
* Source: Management of ChronicInsomnia Disorder in Adults: AClinical Practice Guideline From theAmerican College of Physicians. 2016.
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