Hi, Im new here, and would like to share.

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Im off benzos for 7 months now.  Still experiencing wd sx's.  I was on ativan for only 3 months and could not get off of it.  Went on a 8 month taper with Valium.  The taper went pretty well, but 7 months out I still hurt. I look forward to your support, and to possibly help others.  Thanks Bobby

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Bobby,

 

Welcoming you to BB.

 

Sigma.

[[Mi...]]

Hi Bobby and welcome.

 

As you look around the forum, you'll see there are still a few of us suffering a few symptoms this far out.  We usually say it can take 6-18 months to heal.

 

One thing I find helpful is to look back at how bad off I was THEN, and how much better I am NOW.  It gives me hope that one day soon I'll be either 100% normal, or one step further to "new and improved". 

 

We're glad you found us, and feel free to ask questions.

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Hello Bobby and welcome to BB! Congrats on being benzo free! I am sorry you are still having w/d symptoms. They can take some time to go away, but everyone heals so hang in there. Like Missy mentioned, average healing time is around 6-18 months. Have you seen any improvements?

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Sorry it took me so long to reply.  I am seeing improvements, however at 8 months off I still have that anxious feeling in AM.  There is still some burnning skin and what feels like brain numbness, even though I am thinking more clearlly at this time. I am waiting for this to end; such a long road.  Thanks for your input, it really helps a lot....

 

 

 

Thanks Bobby...

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Hi Bobby,

 

I too am way off benzos.

 

8 1/2 months benzo free!

 

Life is different than being on benzos. I know it is better now. It can be difficult sometimes. This is life and I am learning new ways to cope.

I have trouble focusing sometimes. It does get better and everyone is a little different.

 

Welcome Bobby!

This is a fantastic forum- members really understand what we are going through

 

-Dan

 

 

 

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Thanks Dan... Hey Dan, how can I get my sign on name changed. I put an L in it by mistake. How do I contact administration. If you can help I would appreciate it.

 

Thanks Bobby...

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Hi bobby,

 

Welcome to BB!  Glad you found us.  I saw you were only on Ativan for 3 months before it got you!  Amazing how quickly it can happen, right?  You made it to 7 months, that's fantastic.  Sorry to hear you still have lingering symptoms.  I am only 4 months out... but there are plenty of people here with more benzo free time under their belts who can offer you help and advice.  Happy to have you with us!

[[da...]]

Hi Blobby, er Bobby, LOL

 

Sorry, I still am  figuring out how to adjust my profile, I want to ad a pic, but don't know how. There is a help option up to the left in green, maybe that?

 

I hope your are hanging in there,

 

-Dan

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Thanks Dan... Hey Dan, how can I get my sign on name changed. I put an L in it by mistake. How do I contact administration. If you can help I would appreciate it.

 

Thanks Bobby...

 

Hi Bobby,

 

If you'll just send me another PM confirming my question, we can get your name changed.