Recovering benzo addict

[[Mo...]]

Hi, I sought help through rehab approx. 80 days ago for a 6 year benzodiazepene addiction, leaving at a habit of 10mgs a day. I am now a recovering addict seeking advice on how to cope with PAWS (post-acute withdrawal syndrome) along with offering those who are suffering through withrawals hope and advice on getting through this terrible experience. I look forward to be an active contributor to this kessage board. Thanks!!

[[me...]]

Hi Mouse1337, we're glad you found us.  Congratulations on getting off benzos!  Here are some useful links:

 

Here are a few links you'll find useful:

 

Post-Withdrawal Recovery Support.

 

The Ashton Manual is an authoritative source on what to expect in withdrawal and recovery.  Dr. Ashton is an expert in the field.  She describes and explains withdrawal symptoms, and there is also a section with withdrawal/taper schedules.

 

Please take the time to Create a Signature.  This will allow others to see where you are in the process so they can better support you.

 

Again, welcome!

 

 

[[Mo...]]

Hi mouse,

Horrible isn't it ? i can imagine how you feel because i had a detox as well.

I didn't feel like a mouse more like a lab rat. i shall give you a link to

the cold turkey section, plenty of people there in a similar situation.

http://www.benzobuddies.org/forum/index.php?board=133.0

 

and this explains what is happening in your brain, very interesting.

http://www.benzobuddies.org/forum/index.php?topic=66397.0

 

Glad to have you with us,

and all the best

Claudia.

 

[[De...]]

Hello Mouse1337,

 

I too would like to welcome you to the forum 

 

Congratulations on being benzo free!

 

Detox or cold turkey can be a very rough way to withdraw from benzos, a slow taper is generally the way to go so that symptoms will be kept to a minimum but you will make a full recovery with time that's for sure. You have probably experienced the acute phase of withdrawal which often happens in very early recovery, this is when symptoms are at their strongest. The strong symptoms will ease but it can take a while for the central nervous system to fully heal. Do take a look at the link Claudia has mentioned to you. It's a link to a post written by one of the members here and it gives a good explanation of exactly what is involved with a full recovery after long term benzo use and why it can take many months for some.

 

 

I'm glad you found us and I wish you a speedy recovery.

 

Debbie