The Benzo Free Podcast

Dependence, Addiction, and Sensitivities (Recorded LIVE @ uneven) | Benzo Free 138


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Today I recorded our first live podcast from our new online community, "uneven." We explored the dependence vs. addiction (SUD) debate, discussed the sensitivities to stimuli many of us face, and took a brief tour of our new site. I hope you'll join us.



CHAPTERS


0:00:00 Welcome

0:00:55 Recording Video / New Software

0:02:36 Launch of the uneven community

0:08:13 A Brief Studio Tour

0:09:23 About the Podcast

0:11:41 Helping Someone Log Into the Live Stream

0:13:22 One More Thing on uneven (status)

0:14:22 Keeping in Touch with You

0:15:55 Creating Space for Other Medications

0:17:52 Reminder of What People Are Going Through

0:23:42 Addiction, Dependence, and SUD

0:30:55 How to Handle Sensitive Content

0:32:35 A Friendly Space

0:38:34 Election and Anxiety

0:39:16 Closing Thoughts



RECORDING INFO


— RECORDED: Sunday, November 3, 2024

— LOCATION: Colorado



PODCAST SITE LINKS


— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree

— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com

— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx

— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx



PODCAST SUMMARY


This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.



PODCAST DISCLAIMER


The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.


Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.



SUICIDE PREVENTION


If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.



PODCAST MUSIC


All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)


Benzo Free Theme Music

— TITLE: Walk in the Park

— ARTIST: Neil Cross



PODCAST PRODUCTION


The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

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