Posted by Hugh on December 4, 2012, at 11:54:13
In reply to Re: Poll: anxiety meds » ChicagoKat, posted by Phillipa on December 4, 2012, at 11:34:54
> Personally if haven't taken a benzo than my choice as for years they will work well. Phillipa
My advice is to steer clear of benzos if at all possible, and if you do take them, make it short-term, if possible. Benzos can be very effective, but they can also lead to tolerance and interdose withdrawal, which can make your depression and anxiety worse than they were to begin with. Phillipa, I know you've taken benzos for something like forty years, and they've helped you. Many people can handle them long-term just fine, and many people can't. I'm one of those who can't.
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