The TRUTH About Xanax and Valium You Never Knew

Описание: Benzodiazepines—Valium, Xanax, Ativan—are everywhere. But did you know over 30 million Americans take benzos, and 20% misuse them? These medications are highly addictive, and withdrawal can be brutal. Even worse, street benzos are often laced with deadly fentanyl. In this episode of Grinspoon on Drugs, Dr. Peter Grinspoon breaks down the hidden dangers of benzodiazepines, why doctors are hesitant to prescribe them, and how society’s stress epidemic fuels their widespread use. Learn about safe alternatives for anxiety, the risks of long-term use, and the critical conversations patients should have with their doctors before starting benzos.

🔹 What are benzodiazepines?
🔹 How do they impact anxiety, PTSD & sleep?
🔹 Why are they so addictive?
🔹 The terrifying reality of benzos & fentanyl contamination
🔹 How to safely taper off benzodiazepines

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