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Jul 31, 2019

Tight, Tense, and Twitching: Muscular Symptoms in Benzo Withdrawal

Without our muscles, we’re nothing. We can’t sit, stand, walk, eat, see, hear, or even breathe. Unfortunately, these same muscles can...

Jul 24, 2019

The Loss of Reality: Perception Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal

Our central nervous system not only provides sensations of pleasure and pain, but it also interprets our perception of reality. In benzo...

Jul 9, 2019

Pioneering Benzo Awareness: An Interview with Geraldine Burns (Part 2 of 2)

Geraldine Burns has been a pioneer in the benzo community for over 20 years. She is the founder of the first support group of its kind on...

Jul 9, 2019

Pioneering Benzo Awareness: An Interview with Geraldine Burns (Part 1 of 2)

Geraldine Burns has been a pioneer in the benzo community for over 20 years. She is the founder of the first support group of its kind on...

Jul 3, 2019

A Look Back: The First 25 Episodes

The Benzo Free Podcast has reached 25 episodes. Join us in a look back at the science, statistics, interviews, questions, comments,...

Jun 26, 2019

Cardiopulmonary Consternation: Heart and Lung Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal

The heart and lungs embody the essence of human life. Benzo withdrawal can affect their normal functioning and create a cascade of...

Jun 19, 2019

Perpetual Motion Madness: Excitability Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal

Akathisia is one of the most common symptoms of benzo withdrawal. It is often defined by the feeling of inner restlessness and the...

Jun 5, 2019

Dialogue with the Doctor: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Wright (Part 2 of 2)

Steven Wright, M.D. is a leading expert in benzodiazepines and serves on the board of the Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices....

Jun 4, 2019

Dialogue with the Doctor: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Wright (Part 1 of 2)

Steven Wright, M.D. is a leading expert in benzodiazepines and serves on the board of the Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices....