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Risks of long-term hypnotic use versus risks of untreated chronic insomnia disorder
| Potential Risks of Long-Term Hypnotic Use | Potential Risks of Untreated Chronic Insomnia |
|---|---|
| All-cause mortality | Hypertension |
| Cancer | Cardiovascular disease |
| Abuse | All-cause mortality |
| Dependence | Psychiatric disorders, including depression |
| Infections | Diabetes |
| Falls | Neurocognitive deficits |
| Dementia | |
| Cardiovascular disease | |
| Alcohol use disorder | |
| Major depressive disorder |
