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A Look Back: The First 25 Episodes
The Benzo Free Podcast has reached 25 episodes. Join us in a look back at the science, statistics, interviews, questions, comments, featured topics, news, spotlight organizations, and meditations which got us here. Thanks to everyone who has contributed,
Cardiopulmonary Consternation: Heart and Lung Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal
The heart and lungs embody the essence of human life. Benzo withdrawal can affect their normal functioning and create a cascade of symptoms such as heart palpitations, flushing, sweating, hot flashes, shortness of breath, and air hunger.
Perpetual Motion Madness: Excitability Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal
Akathisia is one of the most common symptoms of benzo withdrawal. It is often defined by the feeling of inner restlessness and the urgency to keep moving. It can be exhausting, overwhelming, and even debilitating for some — but it can be managed.
Dialogue with the Doctor: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Wright (Part 2 of 2)
Steven Wright, M.D. is a leading expert in benzodiazepines and serves on the board of the Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices. That, along with his 31 years of addiction medical experience, makes this a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Dialogue with the Doctor: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Wright (Part 1 of 2)
Steven Wright, M.D. is a leading expert in benzodiazepines and serves on the board of the Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices. That, along with his 31 years of addiction medical experience, makes this a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Unsteady, Unintelligible, and Unyielding: Head and Neck Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal
Unsteady, Unintelligible, and Unyielding: Head and Neck Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal
Relationships, Intimacy, and Sex in Benzo Withdrawal
Intimacy is essential to a healthy, happy life. And yet, during benzo withdrawal it is often one of the earliest casualties. How can a loving relationship — let alone a healthy sex life — survive the trials of benzo dependence and withdrawal?
The Science of Benzos: GABA and Glutamate
How do benzodiazepines work? What do they do in the body? Why do they initially calm us, but then stop working? And why are they so incredibly hard to stop? When we take a look at the neurotransmitters GABA and glutamate, we find a few answers.
Benzo Brain: Cognitive Dysfunction and Memory Loss in Withdrawal
Do you know much about the cognitive effects of benzodiazepines and Z-drugs? Perhaps you should. Memory loss, cognitive dysfunction, and intrusive memories are all possible symptoms of benzo use and withdrawal.
The Assault on Our Senses: Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Mouth
Have you heard the term ‘sensory hypersensitivity,’ but don’t really know what it means? Perhaps you should ask someone in benzo withdrawal. Sensitivity to sights, sounds, smells, and tastes can be common. Learn the causes and a few tips on how to cope.