Depression lift after getting off benzos?

[[An...]]

Has anyone found that their depression got better or vanished after finishing their taper?

[[ne...]]

Hi Annie,

 

I haven't finished yet but ever since I got off Ativan....my depression has been regressing every day.  Anxiety has vanished!  It's amazing actually.

[[Be...]]

Wow, newrain, I had the same experience: generally less anxiety as I reduced my dose and much less now that I am off.  And yes, the depression has receded as well. 

[[Bi...]]

After I stabilized from my first 25% cut, I would say my anxiety and depression has lessened at least 25%.  Wouldn't it be nice it if goes that way all the way down?

 

Bilbo

[[sh...]]

My depression has lessened to a point. It comes on whether I'm in a wave or not, usually lingering for a few days, or coming on in spurts throughout the day but, it has gotten so much better since I jumped.

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Definately gets better, mine is now just a sense of frustration over these limiting physical symptoms and the uncertainty upon awakening of what the day will hold. A few weeks ago I was probably borderline suicidal at times, but now think, I want to live if I coulsd just sleep and not be dizzy all the time I will be happy. You will be fine!