Question

A 22-year-old man with mild insomnia requests sleeping pills. He has no underlying mental health conditions. According to NICE, which initial management is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)

Answer

Benzodiazepine hypnotics for 4 weeks

Answer

Z-drugs immediately for 2 months

Answer

Over-the-counter antihistamines

Answer

Melatonin prescription

Practice question

A 22-year-old man with mild insomnia requests sleeping pills. He has no underlying mental health conditions. According to NICE, which initial management is most appropriate?