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Benzodiazepine Addiction: The Quiet and Deadly Public Health Crisis

Benzodiazepine Addiction: The Quiet and Deadly Public Health Crisis

Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a class of medications typically prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawal, and muscle tension. Benzos, such as Xanax, Ativan, Valium, and other anti-anxiety medication, are designed for short-term use, usually a few weeks or months because they are highly addictive. “After four to six months, they generally stop working which is […]