Drug Used for Sleep Disorders Is Linked to Higher Risk of Overdose in Teens, Young Adults

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Original post: Newswise - Drug and Drug Abuse Drug Used for Sleep Disorders Is Linked to Higher Risk of Overdose in Teens, Young Adults

Researchers found young people using benzodiazepines for common sleep conditions had an increased risk of overdose during the six months after starting treatment compared with other prescription sleep medications.