Posted by Abby Cunningham on April 16, 2008, at 9:37:37
In reply to Re: Wierd Some I know In real Life Feel Better off » antiserial, posted by gardenergirl on April 15, 2008, at 15:21:17
Well I for one know many people who are much better off after discontinuing benzodiazepines. I am on them myself (25+ years) and unlike those who develop tolerance right away I did not. I even cut my dosage in half 3 years ago.
However, a long-term use of benzodiazepines can definitely cause paradoxical reactions such as agoraphobia, anxiousness, depression, etc. Plus I am an accidental addict (cannot withdraw without excruciating symptoms). So I agree that drugs can have their place and even be life-savers for some, but those of us who are on benzos and can't get off them can be a living hell.
Abby
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