Excellent article on Benzo withdraw syndrome for caregivers

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http://benzowithdrawalhelp.com/2012/08/05/how-to-support-a-loved-with-benzo-withdrawal-syndrome/

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This actually made me afraid and feel terrible.  I'd prefer to read posts on here, especially by people who made it through without becoming psychotic. Terrifying.

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Oh Sunday, it's something your already going through. None of us knew how bad it would be until we actually took the plunge. Remember, the article states that terror is our greatest torment through the process?

 

We taper to avoid psychosis and some of the deadly outcomes. This is why we have such good information provided by so many, and mentors, and this forum.

 

I have experienced psychosis in the past when I went c/t, I was completely ignorant of how to get off benzo's, and found zero support or guidance in the medical community. This group, and the many resources, give me the courage to carry on. I am dying right now (I really am in serious sxs right now,) but, because I am following a protocol laid out and completed by so many others, I am not afraid that I will die, have a seizure, and doubt I will experience psychosis.

 

Even if some of these terrible things happen, I know from experience they are rare, and do not tend to stick around.

 

 

 

I'm sorry it scared you, but take comfort that your/our experience is being VALIDATED, RECOGNIZED, and support is coming in from people beyond just those of us suffering.

 

It is your withdraw scaring you. It's the drug. It's your addled brain.

 

Breathe, relax your body, let it float around you, not in you.

 

You have guidance, support, and a caring community of fellow people going through this. Your not alone.

 

 

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My wife essentially refused to listen to any more about withdrawal symptoms about 4 months ago.

She's constantly angry with me, and it only makes me worse. I am terrified around her and deeply ashamed and despairing about the sort of husband and father I have become. No sort. A quivering, stuttering shell.

That is a very well written piece.

Most people don't believe us.

 

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That was a very good read.  Thank you for sharing. 

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Thank you. I needed your reply more than I realized.  Your words mean a lot to me.

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Sunday, and others who are afraid, this is extremely encouraging and validating:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdWKxnDO8qg&feature=youtu.be