Posted by jay on November 25, 2001, at 21:39:26
In reply to Re: Help for Insomnia Plus Anergy, posted by jazzdog on November 25, 2001, at 11:38:08
Well, I am sorry for your suffering, but your perspective is loaded with value judgements. There is strong scientific proof that if used right, benzos are among the safest meds, and most effective, on the planet. It is not uncommon for a benzo+a.d. to be prescribed together here in Canada permenently, and myself and many others I know have used them on and off for decades, with great results. They have saved me from suicide a number of times, and there are many docs who think a benzo now MUST be taken with an a.d. to counter usual anxiety.
Jay
> I was addicted to xanax for years - it was total hell, and I suspect some brain damage was permanent. The withdrawal nearly killed me - I ended up in rehab, with my blood pressure soaring through the roof. Benzos are far more addictive than ads because of their short-term 'cocktail' effect. They hit the same receptors as alcohol - addiction counsellors call them alcohol in pill form. I have no doubt that some people can use them safely and wisely, and I've no doubt some people find them helpful. But to minimize their addictive potential does no service to anyone.
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> - Jane
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