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Nov 5, 2019

BENZO STORY: Heather from Minnesota

Summary Story of a woman struggling to find patience while tapering from 2 mg daily of Ativan. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos,...

Nov 4, 2019

Road Trip: A Comedy of Injuries

If you’ve been listening to the podcast lately, you probably heard, perhaps too often, about my upcoming road trip. Over the next few...

Oct 30, 2019

How to Taper from Benzos (Part 2 of 2)

Have you taken an anti-anxiety drug long-term? Do you think you might be dependent? Do you want to know what to do next? We collected...

Oct 29, 2019

BENZO STORY: Sarah from San Diego

Summary A story of a woman on Klonopin for 17 years, struggling to find support for a slow taper. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos,...

Oct 21, 2019

How to Taper from Benzos (Part 1 of 2)

Benzo withdrawal can seem like an insurmountable hurdle. But the expected struggles can be eased significantly with a little education...

Oct 21, 2019

BENZO STORY: Roy from Bremerton, Washington

Summary Roy’s story is that of a dedicated caregiver. A man caring for a women tapering from long-term benzo use, and the lessons he has...

Oct 15, 2019

Tribute to Professor Ashton

Professor C. Heather Ashton passed away on September 15, 2019. This page is dedicated to her memory. Funeral Notice for Prof. Ashton Prof...

Oct 9, 2019

Conversation with Filmmaker Holly Hardman (Part 2 of 2)

“As Prescribed” is a highly anticipated, upcoming film about the benzo crises which documents personal accounts, legislative efforts, and...

Oct 9, 2019

BENZO STORY: Robert from San Diego

Summary Robert’s story begins with Klonopin dependence, alcohol addiction, and a suicide attempt, but ends with confidence of recovery...