Hi I'm teegirl

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I took Klonopin for ~4 weeks and did a quick taper because the doctor said it wouldn't be a problem. I had no idea what a nightmare it would be. It has been a little over 3 months since I jumped and I am still having very bad insomnia.

[Guest [Le...]]

Hello, teegirl  - welcome to BenzoBuddies, and congratulations on being benzo-free!

 

So sorry that you're still suffering from insomnia, but that's a very common (and temporary) issue. Since you were such a short-term user, you may escape without being hit with protracted symptoms - but you've definitely come to the right place for support during your recovery. 

 

I'm so glad you decided to join the forum - you'll find plenty of information and support here. Our members have gone through all aspects of benzodiazepine use and withdrawal, so you'll be able to connect with others who understand what you're going through and can tell you what has worked for them.

 

Please feel free to post to any of the specialized boards, which can all be accessed from the BenzoBuddies Community Forum homepage. Based on the information provided in your introduction, the following link may be a good starting place for you.

 

  Post-withdrawal Recovery Support

 

When you have a chance, we highly recommend that you take a look at The Ashton Manual, which is an authoritative source on what to expect during withdrawal and recovery, authored by Dr Heather Ashton, who is an expert in the field. It provides a great deal of information that can be very reassuring during any stage of this process, including a list of common symptoms with helpful explanations.

 

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

 

Again, welcome!

Leslie 

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Thank you LeslieAsh. Are you sure the insomnia is temporary?

[Guest [Le...]]

Thank you LeslieAsh. Are you sure the insomnia is temporary?

 

If you didn't have insomnia before benzos then it's definitely going to ease up - it's just a matter of time. Even if you had insomnia before, it's still possible to retrain your body to sleep naturally.

 

I had raging insomnia when I jumped, but I'm finally beginning to sleep reliably again, even though I've always been prone to having insomnia.

 

Don't worry, you'll get there too! 

[[te...]]

Thank you again. So glad you are sleeping better