Is Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Dangerous?
While benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are prescribed by doctors for anxiety or to help with insomnia, they are also highly addictive and can have catastrophic effects when abused. Benzos work on the brain by releasing gamma amino-butyric acid (GABA)—a neurotransmitter that acts as a sedative and creates a sense of calm in the body.…