New Video on the ASAM Benzo Guideline (with Dr. Josef, D E Foster, & John Staight)

Earlier this year, The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) published a ground-breaking guideline titled "The Joint Clinical Practice Guideline on Benzodiazepine Tapering."

This is the first clinical guideline to recognize protracted withdrawal and BIND (Benzodiazepine Induced Neurological Dysfunction), and it is endorsed by 10 separate medical associations.

While far from perfect, this guideline is a game changer.

Today, Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring released a brand new podcast interview with D E Foster (Uneven Life) and John Staight, both panelists and collaborators on the ASAM guideline. They discuss how they became involved in the multi-year project, how the lived-experience panel pushed back on several versions, and the effect this document will have on the patients, the doctors, and even possible lawsuits.

Watch it now on Dr. Josef's Channel: https://youtu.be/0aZxfi1mFPw?si=raKnNK8ddI6Sbthi

References

• Witt-Doerring, Josef. "Everything They Told You About Benzos Is Wrong." Dr. Josef (YouTube). September 19, 2025. https://youtu.be/0aZxfi1mFPw?si=ZCET9bI6ISpREyFE.

• "The Joint Clinical Practice Guideline on Benzodiazepine Tapering: Considerations When Benzodiazepine Risks Outweigh Benefits." American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). https://www.asam.org/quality-care/clinical-guidelines/benzodiazepine-tapering.

Visit us at Uneven Life

If you are struggling with life, anxiety, or the complications of anxiety medication (benzodiazepine withdrawal/BIND), you are not alone. We have the experience, the knowledge, and the compassion to help you on your journey.

Visit us today at Uneven Life.