In benzo withdrawal, we are often trapped in an insatiable quest for information, verification, and connection — much of which is done online. But can too much information be a bad thing? Can this search be part of the problem?

In today’s episode, we look at online triggers during benzo withdrawal and the effect information and horror stories can have on our healing. We also hear a story from Montana and share a comment about natural treatments and supplements.

https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/online-or-offline-managing-triggers-in-benzo-withdrawal-bfp053

Video ID: BFP053

Chapters

00:57 Introduction

06:35 Mailbag

15:47 Benzo Story

25:17 FEATURE: Online Triggers

49:44 Moment of Peace

Resources

The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein.

FEATURE: Online Triggers and Benzo Withdrawal

• Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual
• Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal. Erie, Colorado: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book.
• Richmond, Raymond Lloyd. A Guide to Psychology and its Practice. San Francisco: Raymond Lloyd Richmond, Ph.D., 1997-2019. http://www.guidetopsychology.com/boundaries.htm.

The Podcast

The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata).

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