Unsteady, Unintelligible, and Unyielding: Head and Neck Symptoms of Benzo Withdrawal - a podcast by D E Foster

Dizziness. Migraines. Slurred Speech. Loss of Balance. These are just a few of the benzo withdrawal symptoms which affect the head and neck region of the human body. Learn more and pick up some tips on how to manage them.In today’s episode, we continue our series on benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms with the physical symptoms of the head and neck. We also hear a success story of detox from high dosages, answer a question about the classes of benzos, and catch up on the news from last week.















Welcome to Episode #20Today, we return to our series on the symptoms of benzo withdrawal and focus our attention on the physical symptoms of the head and neck. We also hear a story from Colorado about detox and high dosages, answer a question about benzodiazepines and Z-drugs, and recap the news from last week.



But first, let's list the resources used in this episode, and then we'll dive deeper into the content of episode 20.



Episode ResourcesThe following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Benzo Free of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein.



MAILBAGBENZO FREE: Basics of BenzosBENZO FREE: Types of BenzosBENZO NEWSNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH: Suicide Lifeline 800-273-8255BENZO FREE: Suicide Prevention ResourcesPHARMACY TIMES: Study Examines Benzodiazepines with Antipsychotics for AggressionSCIENCE DAILY: Anxious people quicker to flee dangerBENZO FREE PODCAST: Episode #19 - Relationships, Intimacy, and Sex in Benzo WithdrawalW-BAD: A Rockin’ Creative Outlet That’s Raising Benzodiazepine AwarenessJOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY: Prevalence and Predictors of Benzodiazepine Monotherapy in Patients With Depression: A National Cross-Sectional StudyW-BAD: Should Benzos Be Banned?



FEATURE: Withdrawal Symptoms of the Head and NeckAshton, 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. http://www.benzofree.org/book.Ranger, Laurel."Benzodiazepines, Related Drugs Associated With Modestly Increased Risk for Alzheimer Disease."Psychiatry Advisor. June 26, 2018. Accessed May 26, 2019. https://www.psychiatryadvisor.com/home/topics/neurocognitive-disorders/alzheimers-disease-and-dementia/benzodiazepines-related-drugs-associated-with-modestly-increased-risk-for-alzheimer-disease/.Zahid, Hina."Once prescribed, 25% of elderly become dependent on benzodiazepines: JAMA."Speciality Medical Dialogues. September 13, 2018. Accessed May 4, 2019. https://speciality.medicaldialogues.in/once-prescribed-25-of-elderly-become-dependent-on-benzodiazepines-jama/.



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This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.Introduction



In today's intro, I rambled on a bit about my favorite place, Disneyworld and Disneyland. It was a bit embarrassing but honest. Those of us with anxiety are always seeking out an escape from the incessant craziness of our minds. For me, I could often find the escape in thinking about my favorite place.



MailbagWhat's the difference: Z-drugs, benzos, sedatives? Which is alprazolam? — I provided some clarification about the different terms and defined the classes of benzos, including benzodiazepines and nonbenzodiazepines (Z-drugs), and shared a bit of information on both.



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