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Jul 8, 2019

Benzo Free to join “World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day goes LIVE” on July 11th

There is an exciting event coming up this Thursday. As many of you know, July 11th is “World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day.” This is the...

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 27, 2019

New Postpartum Drug Has Similar Effects to Benzos

OPINION The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) approved a new drug in March 2019 to treat postpartum depression. The drug’s name...

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 26, 2019

BENZO STORY: Nicole from Ontario, Canada

Summary A story of withdrawal, misdiagnoses, and ultimate success healing from multiple meds including Paxil and Ativan. Details Key...

Jun 19, 2019

BENZO STORY: Wendy from Canada

Summary Wendy’s story of withdrawal from Ativan, Klonopin, and a Z-drug includes various attempts including the Ashton Manual and detox....

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 12, 2019

A New Direction at Benzo Free

We’re making some important changes to Benzo Free this week, and I want to let you know about them. Social Media — A Lesson Learned It...

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....