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The Path to Recovery: Honesty in Alcohol and Benzodiazepine Treatment

Added By mchiasson mchiasson Meet The Editorial Team Published: May 2, 2023 Updated: May 2, 2023 The Role of Honesty in Overcoming Addiction to Alcohol and Benzodiazepines Honesty is a crucial aspect of the recovery process for individuals struggling with addiction. This month, at Liberty Health Services, we’re exploring the role of honesty in alcohol…

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Can Benzos Be Deadly?

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 20, 2023 Updated: December 29, 2022 Benzodiazepines are a type of depressant that can treat anxiety disorders, seizures, insomnia, and other disorders. Can benzos be deadly? When people take more than prescribed or take it with alcohol or other drugs, there…

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Benzodiazepine vs. Opiods

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 19, 2023 Updated: December 29, 2022 Benzodiazepines and opioids are both central nervous system depressants that can treat pain, anxiety, insomnia, and other neurological disorders. It is important to understand the differences between benzos vs. opioids if you are taking one…

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Natural Ways to Ease Benzo Withdrawal

Added By Liberty Health Services Liberty Health Services Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 15, 2022 Updated: December 22, 2022 Benzodiazepines (benzos) are commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of anxiety. They are most effective when used for short periods but occasionally prescribed for longer durations. Unfortunately, they are also commonly misused and can be addictive.…