By D E Foster
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Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist who has worked at the FDA, numerous pharmaceutical companies, and now operates a virtual taper clinic helping indivdiuals deal with adverse reactions to psychiatric drugs. Our conversation addresses psychiatric drug issues, benzos, antidepressants, tapering, finding hope, dietary interventions, protracted withdrawal (BIND), ASAM Guidelines, and so much more. This is one you don't want to miss!
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Introduction
0:00:53 Bio for Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
0:02:27 A studio under construction
0:02:58 Where are you located?
0:03:54 Chatting about Dr. Ritvo
0:05:46 When did you start TaperClinic?
0:07:07 What medications did you work on?
0:08:10 What got you interested in psychiatric drug issues?
0:10:45 Insights on the FDA and Big Pharma?
0:15:58 Any interest/money in researching protracted conditions?
0:17:37 Adverse Condition Reporting in the FDA
0:18:39 Antidepressants and the PSSD petition
0:20:00 Frustration with the pace of change
0:20:56 Coming changes with politics and the FDA
0:21:25 Which drugs are you working with?
0:22:08 How do you support someone on multiple psych meds?
0:24:05 Dietary interventions / Obesity
0:25:57 Deprescribing from multiple meds
0:28:15 Deprescribing is about feeling better
0:31:49 Duration and Dosage / Doctor Warnings
0:32:08 What lead you to start TaperClinic?
0:34:20 Protracted benzo withdrawal / BIND
0:35:58 ASAM Deprescribing Guidelines
0:37:00 Prescribing awareness without deprescribing guidance
0:41:54 Eliminating the 2 week benzo detox
0:43:52 Have you seen different symptoms from different drugs?
0:45:31 Catastrophic fear state of protracted benzo w/d
0:46:53 Finding Hope / Functional Medicine
0:52:09 Is it the benzos? / Getting tested
0:53:38 Hypersensitivity in BIND
0:55:31 What services do you provide at TaperClinic?
0:57:03 YouTube Channel (@DrJosef) / Dr. Josef on X
0:58:58 Answering "Will I Heal Completely?"
1:01:38 Job opening with Dr. Josef
1:02:26 uneven.life / A place to give back
1:03:30 Wrapping things up
REFERENCES
About Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring
— https://taperclinic.com/dr-josef-witt-doerring/
American Society for Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
— https://www.asam.org/
BIND Information
— https://easinganxiety.com/BIND
FDA Boxed Warning on Benzodiazepines (2020)
— https://www.fda.gov/drugs/fda-drug-safety-podcasts/fda-requiring-boxed-warning-updated-improve-safe-use-benzodiazepine-drug-classhttps://www.fda.gov/drugs/fda-drug-safety-podcasts/fda-requiring-boxed-warning-updated-improve-safe-use-benzodiazepine-drug-class
TaperClinic
— https://taperclinic.com
— Step into life, step off medications
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, November 14, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
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).
We finally launched our new "uneven" community, and we hope you will check it out today for FREE. In today's episode, we catch up a bit on benzo symptoms and share some details of our new community. Join us at "uneven.life" and I'll see you there.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 We finally did it…
0:00:32 Try and Keep this Brief
0:01:06 We are Benzo People
0:01:46 My BIND Update
0:03:18 Recent Success Stories
0:04:01 Where Are You at Now?
0:05:00 About Our New Community
0:06:18 What if You Had One Place?
0:08:00 Flagship Podcast: uneven
0:08:33 It's called "uneven"
0:09:26 Our New Domain: uneven.life
0:09:38 Who Is the Community For?
0:10:30 A Community of Spaces
0:11:57 When Is the Launch?
0:12:46 Is There a Cost?
0:13:48 Why Am I Charging a Fee in 2025?
0:14:56 A Place to Give Back: Our Guides
0:15:31 Time for Me to Make a Living
0:16:30 Features of the Community
0:18:52 The Best Feature: The People
0:21:51 Collaboration Is Key for Us
0:24:31 Perks of Joining the Community Now
0:25:11 Benefits of a Small Community
0:25:57 This Is Where I Will Be
0:27:17 Founding Member Status
0:27:45 The Founders Club
0:28:31 Got to uneven.life, and sign on now
0:28:53 Don't forget to complete your profile
0:29:47 A Community of People Who "Get It"
0:30:44 Signing Out
REFERENCES
the uneven community (uneven.life)
— https://uneven.life
— - Visit here to sign on as a Founding Member
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
When benzo symptoms hit us, we call it a "wave." When they ease, we call it a "window." But how do we trust a window after a rough wave? Join me as we explore the benefits of pastimes, passions, and positivity as they relate to benzos and BIND.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Welcome
0:00:38 Been Away for a While
0:01:46 I’m Doing Better
0:02:37 It's Sunday, Football Day
0:03:31 Bing Part of a Sport or Pastime
0:09:48 How Things Are Here
0:12:25 Nerve Pain Update
0:14:40 Trusting Our Windows
0:15:53 Celebrating Survival (10 years)
0:18:18 Not Knowing What Fixes Our Symptoms
0:19:44 Waves Teach Us & Strengthen Us
0:20:45 Brief Research Update
0:21:36 Bathroom Break (Warts & All)
0:23:02 Surviving the Lows in Life
0:24:50 Getting Back on the Road
0:25:35 You are the Foundation of All of This
0:26:44 Thanks for Sticking with Me
0:27:16 Our Next Step / My Hiatus
0:28:30 Building the "uneven community"
0:29:34 Teaser for "uneven community" (Launch Oct. 1st)
0:34:41 I Appreciate You All
0:35:14 Signing Off
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Monday, September 16, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
Today, I am 10 years benzo free! Wow! Let's take a look back at the struggles, the symptoms, the successes, and especially the stuff I learned along the way. NOTE: This episode reviews 10 years of benzos & BIND which may be distressing to some.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 i'm now 10 years benzo free
0:02:23 my benzo story: taper
0:04:44 my benzo story: first few years
0:05:49 my benzo story: community work
0:07:43 my benzo story: research
0:09:51 my benzo story: ea, uneven, & community
0:11:37 i've been busy / BIND / thanks
0:12:43 i'm still here / most people heal
0:15:04 my symptoms
0:16:31 anxiety symptoms
0:18:48 behavioral symptoms
0:19:49 suicidal thoughts
0:21:41 cognitive symptoms
0:22:40 excitability symptoms
0:23:49 perception symptoms
0:24:50 sleeping symptoms
0:26:12 social symptoms
0:28:07 abdominal & gastrointestinal symptoms
0:29:38 so many symptoms have improved
0:31:01 eyes, ears, nose, & mouth symptoms
0:32:16 head & neck symptoms
0:34:43 heart & lung symptoms
0:35:37 muscular symptoms
0:37:23 nerve sensations
0:39:06 immune & endocrine symptoms
0:40:36 i am unique, rare case
0:41:20 what i've learned / managing the fear
0:44:04 1) responsibility
0:46:39 2) positivity
0:52:28 3) activity
0:54:50 4) kindness
0:58:30 5) acceptance
1:01:21 celebrating 10 years benzo free
1:04:08 thank you
REFERENCES
Benzo Free Podcast: Managing the Fear (Part I)
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/managing-the-fear-of-benzo-withdrawal-part-1-bfp003
— 3-part series on managing the fear of benzo withdrawal.
BIND (Benzo) Symptoms - 14 Categories
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/bind-symptoms
— Psychological and Physical symptoms of benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal.
Suicide Prevention Resources
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide
— Resources for individuals dealing with suicidal thoughts.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Monday, August 19, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
It's been a while, let's catch up. In today's episode, we discuss managing stress in the modern world, finding new perspectives on our symptoms, recent and future benzodiazepine research, the upcoming ea community, and more. I hope you'll join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 10th attempt recording
0:01:15 my recent absence
0:02:13 funeral and memorial
0:02:55 ongoing nerve pain
0:03:45 fire, smoke, and recording
0:04:48 changing my perspective
0:07:40 upcoming 10th anniversary
0:08:41 where to find our podcasts
0:09:11 heightened anxiety and stress
0:09:27 stress, heat, and forest fires
0:10:30 stress, jobs, and employees
0:11:03 stress and politics
0:13:11 listening to one another
0:15:02 stress and ai
0:15:48 ai, easing anxiety, and human connections
0:17:52 managing the anxiety
0:19:05 why do research?
0:22:44 asam deprescribing guidelines
0:25:57 pilot benzo clinic
0:27:13 creating the ea community
0:28:28 simplifying the community
0:31:04 path to a better life
0:32:20 yes, i've said this before
0:34:02 membership site
0:36:04 helping each other get through this
0:38:01 subscribe and check us out
0:38:49 trying to wrap this up
0:41:34 we get better
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, August 1, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
If processing new benzo symptoms is confusing, overwhelming, and furstrating — you're not alone. Today, we look at new symptoms, talk a bit about loneliness, and explore recent feedback on the podcast and BIND.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Nerve pain, stress, and loneliness
0:02:06 Three topics for today's episode
0:02:48 1) Loneliness in BIND
0:06:49 2) Processing new symptoms
0:08:06 Obsessing, looping, and ruminating
0:11:56 Not everything is a benzo symptom
0:14:56 Conflicting advice and solutions
0:15:42 What if this gets worse?
0:16:37 Stress from worrying might make it worse
0:17:05 Finding a good mindset
0:18:11 3) Podcast stats and controversies
0:19:02 I took some time off for healing
0:20:29 Don't know what's said on social media
0:21:41 BIND, setbacks, and negativity
0:22:37 Foot pain and benzo brain
0:23:30 Sharing my story…honestly
0:27:34 My case is rare
0:28:11 BIND and ABIND controversy
0:33:03 My focus is benzos
0:34:12 Everybody has the right to their opinion
0:34:54 I'm staying true to being honest
0:35:24 Signing off, and forgetting my closing
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Friday, May 31, 2024
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
Confusion. Lack of support. The Search for Solid Information. Ongoing symptoms. New symptoms. The problems tied with benzo withdrawal and BIND seem endless sometimes. Today, I share some of my experiences and talk through the struggles we all face.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Welcome Back
0:00:36 Frustration with Medical Community
0:01:38 BIND Makes Life Harder
0:02:30 My New Nerve Pain
0:03:45 COVID, BIND, and New Symptoms
0:05:11 The Cyclic Search for Symptom Cause
0:06:04 Murphy Break / uneven podcast
0:07:26 Symptoms and the Ongoing Struggle
0:07:53 Foot Pain Live / Why I Still Have Symptoms
0:09:08 Visualizations, Purpose, and Healing
0:11:34 Symptom Progression Pattern
0:13:32 Finding Good Info & Support
0:16:12 Benzo Community Controversy
0:16:32 Emotion vs. Reason
0:19:07 Failings of the Medical System
0:20:48 We Have to Keep Moving Forward
0:20:59 Send Us Feedback
0:22:32 It's a Long Road for Some of Us
0:24:00 Wrapping Things Up
REFERENCES
PODCAST: COVID and Benzos: Immunity, Vaccines, Symptoms
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/covid-and-benzos-immunity-vaccines-symptoms-bfp080
When COVID Meets BIND: How Does Long COVID Affect Benzo Withdrawal?
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/when-covid-meets-bind-how-does-long-covid-affect-benzo-withdrawal-bfp113
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Sunday, May 19, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— 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).
What's new at Benzo Free? What's new in the benzo community? And what's new in research, training, and support? In today's episode, the Benzo Free Podcast returns with a new format and a revitalized outlook for the future. I hope you'll join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Our New Format
0:01:34 Setbacks & Honesty
0:05:29 Happy to Be Back
0:06:25 the "uneven" podcast
0:10:47 Podcast Frequency
0:11:59 Community Updates
0:12:38 Raw, Unscripted, & Flawed
0:13:28 How Are You Doing?
0:16:11 Benzo Peer Training
0:21:01 Research Update
0:22:53 Where Benzo Studies Often Fail
0:25:24 My Benzo Background
0:27:38 Who Do You Trust for Info?
0:31:36 Benzo Brain Break
0:31:48 I Got Burned Out / Me Being Me
0:33:27 It's Been a Rough Road
0:34:41 Closing
REFERENCES
"uneven" podcast
— https://easinganxiety.com/uneven
Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel
— https://youtube.com/@EasingANX
Benzo Peer Support Training
— https://benzopeertraining.org
The Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices
— https://benzoreform.org
Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC)
— https://benzoinfo.com
Benzo Warrior
— https://benzowarrior.com
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: httpwww.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.
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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).
Dr. Christy Huff was a friend, a colleague, and giant in the benzo community. What effect does this loss have on our community? On our colleagues? On ourselves? How do we process this event and continue to move forward?
In today’s episode, we first pay tribute to Dr. Christy Huff and discuss what her passing means to each of us. We then catch up the past few months, share some personal insights, discuss community news, and even introduce a brand-new podcast — “uneven.”
Video ID: BFP130
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION
0:05:29 Learning About Christy
0:08:46 Processing the Loss
0:10:23 Tribute Web Page
0:11:28 Christy’s Obit
0:13:23 A Bit More About Christy
0:15:19 Hard News to Accept
0:17:49 Hope & Healing
0:25:19 Celebrating Christy
0:28:44 Being Respectful
0:29:43 Checking In / Seek Support
0:33:02 FEATURE
0:34:01 Our 5th Anniversary
0:35:17 Time Off to Heal
0:36:18 Re-evaluating Priorities
0:38:04 Florida Trip
0:39:28 Research Update
0:41:13 BAWG Co-Chair Resignation
0:42:05 Peer Specialist Training Program
0:44:00 Love of Podcasting
0:45:22 Benzo Free Podcast is Back
0:46:52 New Streamlined Process
0:47:35 INTRODUCING “uneven”
0:48:29 About the New Podcast
0:49:53 How It’s Different
0:51:35 Celebrating Our Failures and Flaws
0:52:26 Real and Raw and Honest
0:53:35 A Calming, Human Voice
0:54:56 Road Trips and Prequel
0:56:55 Launching This Week
0:59:39 Wrapping This Up
0:59:39 Focus on Podcasts
1:03:02 Thank You
1:03:56 “uneven” Release Date
1:04:50 CLOSING
REFERENCES
Introduction (Christy Huff)
— Christy Huff Tribute Page — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/tribute-to-dr-christy-huff
— Memorial Fund for Christy Huff — https://www.benzoinfo.com/2024/03/07/the-future-of-bic/
— Benzo Free Podcast Interview with Dr. Christy Huff
o Part I: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-1-of-2-bfp044
o Part II: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-2-of-2-bfp045
Feature
— TRAINING: Benzodiazepine Peer Training – https://benzopeertraining.org
— WORK GROUP: Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (BAWG) – https://benzoaction.org
— PODCAST: “uneven” – https://easinganxiety.com/uneven
— RESEARCH: Development and validation of a theory-based questionnaire examining barriers and facilitators to discontinuing long-term benzodiazepine receptor agonist use — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37919219/
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.
DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice. The author of the content provided on this channel is not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
MUSIC CREDITS
— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme
— Title: "Walk in the Park"
— Artist: Neil Cross
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Easing Anxiety is produced by…
Denim Mountain Press
https://www.denimmountainpress.com
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