That brings up another question. I constantly read that taking sleep meds cause early dementia. The only alternative that is ever offered is CBT-I. That is well and good. I’ve taken it, and it’s good, but it doesn’t help me go to sleep nor stay asleep without the meds. But I also read that not getting enough sleep causes early dementia too. Well I am 86 and have been taking sleep meds for 24 years. As of yet I don’t have dementia. This is my question:
Which is worse, taking sleep meds and getting sleep, or not taking them and not getting enough sleep?