Hello

[[ka...]]

Hi My Name is KB,

 

I was prescribed Klonopin (.5mg Clonazepam wafers)on Apr 27, 2019 for panic attacks, anxiety and insomnia. I am a high school teacher and at the time was teaching in an environment where I did not feel supported or SAFE. I quit Klonopin cold turkey Oct 18, 2019. Today marks 4 months with zero benzos. I still suffer symptoms, headaches, trouble sleeping, sensitive to late bed times, alcohol and caffeine. The people closest to me need me to spell out my Benzo Withdrawal Syndrome symptoms b.c they don't get it. In time, they are starting to. My father still uses this class of drugs after I have presented the withdrawal syndrome symptoms information. I look to find healing in this community.

 

Thank you.

 

KB

[[Pa...]]

Hello kanoba, Welcome to BenzoBuddies!

 

I'm so sorry to hear you had to quit cold turkey, I did this too and know how much it hurts.  I can see you've had a rough time of it, it's especially difficult when those in our real lives don't understand what we're going through.

 

We can support you as you continue to recover, if you'd care to, please post on the Post-withdrawal Recovery Support board, you'll find many members there who know what you're feeling.

 

Please let us know how we can help you, we have lots of resources you can use to help educate your father if you'd like to check them out.

 

We're glad you're here.

 

Pamster

[[ka...]]

Thank you for your thoughtful reply.Even being seen by one person brought me to tears at work.

 

thank you.

[[Pa...]]

I'm so glad you've been able to continue working, but I'm sure the fear this process produces in us has made it really difficult, especially when you didn't feel safe to begin with. 

[[ka...]]

Thank you. I am fortunate I am employed and can engage my mind and keep it busy and focused. I am in much safer work environment, a place where I can continue my healing journey.