Why are people suffering from insomnia not advised to take sleep aid medication?

a. Because all such pills are highly addictive with minimal use.
b. Because the pills actually promote too much sleep which will disrupt circadian rhythms.
c. Because studies have shown that prolonged use of sleeping pills are related to heart disease.
d. Because sleeping pills reduce REM sleep and create more fatigue the next day.


Answer: D

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