Posted by Ativan-Tim on May 13, 2003, at 22:13:46
In reply to Re: ativan and axiety, posted by worrier on May 13, 2003, at 21:49:00
I disagree with you here. Not because I think you shouldn't take benzos. The fact is that the benzos mask the problem-- they don't fix anything. So, if you intend to be on them for life, "like a diabetic needs insulin", I'd project you're in for a scary encounter. You not only build up a tolerance to benzos, where you'll need higher and higher doses, but you'll effectively never be "free" to live without them around. Benzos are great for the short term, yes. But whatever that's causing the generalized anxiety problems (breath hunger-- I've got them all) will forever be at bay as long as you're on them. Unless, of course, you're in psychotherapy. I'd recommend this alternative over benzos, as well as increased daily exercise with a watch to intake of drugs and alcohol. This recipe ended up working for me (not totally, but to where I can manage), so that I don't need the Ativan anymore. I also found a lot about myself along the way, things I would not have located until I quit drinking and taking Ativan. Knowing the issues that are causing the symptoms is a HUGE release. And, it gets your body on the road to recovering and healing itself. Without meds...
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