Effectiveness of BBT-I and Zopiclone for Chronic Insomnia

"program included a question-and-answer part; a didactic presentation of sleep regulation mechanisms; the review of causes of onset and chronification of illness; an examination of patient's sleep log; explanation of sleep restriction method and prescription of individual regimen of sleep; explanation of stimulus control method; sleep hygiene education; discussion of relaxation techniques. Participants were supplied with 32 minute audio recording Relaxation and refreshment session for insomnia created for this study by Dr. A.Tabidze with verbal relaxing instructions with quiet musical composition behind it. Participants were instructed to listen to this recording in headphones each day for 2-week BBT-I period after laying into bed and turning the light off."

zopiclone intake in a dose of 7,5 mg 30 minutes before bedtime for two weeks