 [ Symptoms ] problems sleeping… but worried that i might get dependent on sleeping pills [ Disease ] hi dear i really understand your concern and more so because i have been a medical student too and know how stressful the life is at your age the only reason for not getting sound sleep is stress and anxiety no pilltabletmedicine will cure it comletely and permanently so as u do try not getting dependant on such pills u need to overcome the stress and anxiety the natural way through yoga and meditation a councellor may be of more help to you dont worry you will be fine soon thanks