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

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.

Summary A story of a woman on Klonopin for 17 years, struggling to find support for a slow taper. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), Ambien (zolpidem), Doctors, Parent, Parental stress, Ashton Manual, Substitution, Tapering, Dosage Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/how-to-taper-from-benzos-part-2-of-2 Content Warning Stories presented on Easing Anxiety may contain triggering content. If this is a concern

Summary Robert’s story begins with Klonopin dependence, alcohol addiction, and a suicide attempt, but ends with confidence of recovery and healing. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), alcohol, alcoholism, AA, suicide, suicidal ideation, addiction, recovery Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/conversation-with-filmmaker-holly-hardman-part-2-of-2 Content Warning Stories presented on Easing Anxiety may contai

Summary Polydrugged with Klonopin, sertraline, pregabalin, and aripripazole, this woman’s story is that of desperation trying to find a way out. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), Zoloft (sertraline), Lyrica (pregabalin), Abilify (aripripazole), doctors, symptoms, psychiatrist, insomnia Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/quick-questions-about-anxiety-insomnia-benzos-and-withdrawal-bfp034 Content Warning S

Summary Wendy’s story of withdrawal from Ativan, Klonopin, and a Z-drug includes various attempts including the Ashton Manual and detox. A link to her video is included. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Ativan (lorazepam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Doctors, Symptoms, Detox, Yoga, Natural Healing, Massage, Rapid Detox Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/perpetual-motion-madness-excitability-symptoms-of-benzo-withdrawal-bfp023 Cont

Summary Max’s story is one of extreme use, including acquiring high dosages on the street. Thankfully, his story is one of success, and even a sense of enlightenment. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Doctors, Symptoms, Street Use, Detox, Rapid Taper, Rehabilitation, High Dosage Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/unsteady-unintelligible-and-unyielding-head-and-neck-symptoms-of-benzo-w

Summary A benzo story of withdrawal from Klonopin via Valium substitution, a failed visit to a detox facility, and a long, drawn out recovery. Followed by an update with a comedy-of-errors tale of dentists, dogs, and anxiety. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Klonopin (clonazepam), Dependence, Withdrawal, Doctors, Detox, Clinic, Cold Turkey (CT), Polydrug, Valium (diazepam), Update, Pets, Travel, Comedy of Errors, Dentist, Isolation Listen on the Podcast (Original Story):.

Summary Benzo story of withdrawal from Klonopin as told through a series of emails spanning over 1 1/2 years. Details Key Topics: Anxiety, Benzos, Dependence, Withdrawal, Klonopin (clonazepam), Symptoms, Insomnia, Sleep apnea, Palpitations, Listen on the Podcast: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/insights-on-withdrawal-a-conversation-with-elizabeth-mccarthy-bfp010 Content Warning Stories presented on Easing Anxiety may contain triggering content for certain segments of the