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May 15, 2019

The Science of Benzos: GABA and Glutamate

How do benzodiazepines work? What do they do in the body? Why do they initially calm us, but then stop working? And why are they so...

May 15, 2019

BENZO STORY: Jane from Nova Scotia, Canada

Summary A woman who suffers from fibromyalgia struggles with benzo withdrawal from Xanax after 30 years of use. Details Key Topics:...

May 7, 2019

BENZO STORY: Nancy from England

Summary A benzo story of withdrawal from Valium (diazepam) and the symptoms that accompany that experience. Details Key Topics: Anxiety,...

May 7, 2019

Benzo Brain: Cognitive Dysfunction and Memory Loss in Withdrawal

Do you know much about the cognitive effects of benzodiazepines and Z-drugs? Perhaps you should. Memory loss, cognitive dysfunction, and...

Apr 30, 2019

The Assault on Our Senses: Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Mouth

Have you heard the term ‘sensory hypersensitivity,’ but don’t really know what it means? Perhaps you should ask someone in benzo...

Apr 30, 2019

BENZO STORY: Nora from Washington, D.C.

Summary A benzo story of withdrawal from Klonopin via Valium substitution, a failed visit to a detox facility, and a long, drawn out...

Apr 24, 2019

BENZO STORY: Jill from Grand Junction, Colorado

Summary A benzo story of struggle with a long series of psych medications including Xanax, Klonopin, Ambien, Paxil, and others. Details...

Apr 24, 2019

The Dangers of Benzodiazepine Use in the Elderly

More senior citizens take benzos than any other age group. And yet, they are also the group most at-risk for complications. What are the...

Apr 16, 2019

Finding Faith, Hope, and Acceptance in Benzo Withdrawal: A Conversation with Jennifer Leigh, PsyD

Can a unique blend of neuroscience, compassion, and spirituality be the secret to success in benzo withdrawal? Jennifer Leigh seems to...