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What happens when COVID meets BIND? What happens when someone in protracted benzodiazepine withdrawal gets long COVID? Does it set off a wave? Does it make their benzo symptoms worse? Tune in for answers and more. In today’s episode, we explore COVID and benzodiazepine withdrawal (BIND). We also look at endogenous benzodiazepines, hear two benzo stories of success, and visit the launch of our new website and social media feeds. I hope you find it helpful. Video ID: BFP113 Lis

Are benzos effective for treating anxiety? Insomnia? Seizures? If they aren’t safe, what is the evidence? How many BIND symptoms are there? Could these be permanent? And what about COVID? Tune in for the surprising answers. In today’s episode, we ask some key questions about benzos and provide real answers, with evidence to back them. We also share questions from our international listeners on CBD and probiotics, and we hear a powerful story of one woman’s struggle with her t

COVID and BIND. Symptoms and setbacks. Isolation. Distraction. Memory loss. Relationships and loss. And of course, acceptance and success. What do these all have in common? Well, they all are related to benzos, and we will cover them today. In today’s episode, we revisit our mailbag and hear your comments, your questions, and your feedback. D also shares his 8-year anniversary and even invents a new word — contentness — without knowing it. More on that later. I hope you wil

What’s it like being sick while in protracted benzo withdrawal, or BIND? Do you rest or push through it? Do you take medication? Antibiotics? Steroids? What if you’re away from home? And what do you do to avoid getting sick next time? In today’s episode, D shares his experience on the road battling a respiratory virus, along with a wave of symptoms from BIND. He also explores self-care, setting priorities in life, and finding some positivity in the entire experience. I hope y

Is COVID more dangerous if you are on benzos? What if you are in withdrawal? What about the vaccine? Will it elevate my symptoms? In today’s episode, we explore some questions about COVID, listen to a hopeful story from New England, and discuss prescribing practices for long-term use. Please join us for our weekly discussion of all things benzo. Video ID: BFP080 Listen to the Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast is also available on... Apple Podcasts / Audible / iHeart / Po

Easing Anxiety. The Benzo Free Podcast. What’s going on there? Are they still on hiatus? Is this video a hint of some activity there? Well, we might have a few answers. Today, in our 6th VLOG for Easing Anxiety, D discusses his thoughts about the future of the two channels and shares a few updates of his own. Video ID: EA017 Watch the Video …on YouTube References Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — “Cognitive behavioral therapy.” Mayo Clinic. Accessed August 1, 2020....

Effective July 1st, the Benzo Free Podcast and the Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel will be on hiatus for the foreseeable future. Please watch the video if you would like more details and subscribe to our email list for any future updates. Thank you to everyone for all your support and kindness. I wish you all love, healing, and peace. Video ID: EA016 Watch the Video …on YouTube Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.c

Anxiety Rising: The Hidden Hardship of COVID-19. The uncertainty and isolation of the Coronavirus seems endless, and an epidemic of anxiety appears to be upon us. But sometimes the symptoms of anxiety are subtle and can be difficult to detect. Today, in our very first VLOG for Easing Anxiety, we look at this trend and help you recognize some of its effects in yourself and in others. Video ID: EA010 Watch the Video References — Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiet