Anger, frustration, and even rage can be common during benzo withdrawal. When events trigger us, we react. But what happens when we are unable to calm down? Learn seven tips to help you step away from anger during benzo withdrawal. In today’s episode, D explores anger and rage during benzo withdrawal. He also shares a benzo story from Georgia, talks about supplements and reinstatement, and reminds us of an upcoming annual event this July. Video ID: BFP067 Listen on YouTube...

Are my breathing problems caused by benzos?How about my chest pain? Do probiotics help with benzo belly? Can I take herbal supplements during withdrawal? These and several other common questions beg for answers. In today’s episode, we look inside our mailbag and share a variety of questions, comments, and insights from you, the listeners. We also share two benzos stories from Oklahoma and California, talk about stepping back from anger and rage, and discuss a tentative return

Summary Keith’s story is that of an ongoing battle with insomnia, anger, and depersonalization/derealization, after taking Klonopin and Ambien. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), Ambien (zolpidem), alcohol, anger, irritability, insomnia, cold turkey, depersonalization, derealization, dp/dr, abuse, addiction Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/the-pelvic-problem-benzo-symptoms-of-the-pelvis-and-lower-abdome

It’s 2020, can you believe it? Another year has passed and a new one is just beginning. And this new year is going to be amazing! Sure, that may sound like wishful thinking, but what’s wrong with that? We ended the year at Benzo Free remembering to be grateful for the good things in life, and I think we should start the new year on a similar path. …this new year is going to be amazing! As most of you know, I have taken a short hiatus this past week so there will be no new epi

Summary The story of a man who rapid-tapered from Klonopin and other psych meds to find success on the other side. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), propranolol, Cymbalta (duloxotine), Rapid Taper, Symptoms, Doctors Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/the-pelvic-problem-benzo-symptoms-of-the-pelvis-and-lower-abdomen-bfp049 Content Warning Stories presented on Easing Anxiety may contain triggering content.

The holiday season is often a time to reflect and be grateful for all the good things in life. When we are struggling with prescription drug dependence and withdrawal, being grateful may be the furthest thing from our minds. But perhaps it doesn’t have to be. I would like to ask you to share a few of your gratitudes with me… Gratitudes are one of the best tools for finding positivity during dark times. And it’s a practice which many of you have embraced and shared with me dur

Summary A man working through his second taper from benzodiazepines with the support of online groups, his wife, and his dog. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Mogadon (nitrazepam), Valium (diazepam), Multiple Tapers, Exercise, Mindfulness Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/symptoms-sensitivities-and-uplifting-stories-bfp046 Content Warning Stories presented on Easing Anxiety may contain triggering content. If this is a concer

Summary A hopeful story from a woman who’d been prescribed several benzos and SSRIs over the years and found help through yoga, meditation, exercise, and support. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Ativan (lorazepam), Xanax (alprazolam), Valium (diazepam), Success, Positive Outlook, Yoga, Meditation, Exercise, Polydrugging, SSRI, Antidepressant Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/symptoms-sensitivities-and-uplifting-stories-bfp0

Christy Huff, M.D., is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, on the board of Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC), and is herself, a benzo survivor. A tireless advocate in the benzo community, Dr. Huff has a wealth of information to share. In Part II of our conversation, Dr. Huff discusses her advocacy work with BIC, talks about the importance of finding a doctor, and provides some helpful tips for the struggling patient. We also share a benzo story from Minne