Benzodiazepines are sedative drugs and are a Schedule IV controlled substance. They slow down the body and are commonly prescribed for anxiety and sleeping issues. Benzodiazepines give an intoxicating effect and are frequently abused, and are also highly physically addictive, which means that stopping them can require medical attention.
Despite their dangers, benzodiazepines are a widely used drug in America. There are an estimated 4 million daily users in the United States. Research published in Current Opinion in Psychiatry suggests that many of these people are addicted. Benzodiazepine addiction can arise from using pills purchased on the black market, as well as having them prescribed by a doctor.
At the Excel Center, we understand addiction. We know that it is often a symptom of a deeper problem and being addicted to substances is not a moral failing – it just means that you are someone who needs some help. We are highly experienced in dealing with benzodiazepine addiction, and support is available at Excel Treatment Center for anyone struggling.
Struggling with Benzodiazepines? Call Excel Treatment Center at (877) 331-4114 to speak with one of our addiction counselors and start your recovery journey today.
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Signs of Benzodiazepine Addiction
Whilst moderate doses of benzodiazepines make users calm; high doses can result in extreme intoxication. This may appear as drunkenness to an outside observer – and users will typically lose motor control and have excessive memory loss.
People abusing benzodiazepines will usually experience:
Some of the physical symptoms of benzodiazepine abuse are:
How is Benzodiazepine Addiction Treated?
Call (877) 331-4114 and talk to an expert to learn more about medically assisted detox, one-on-one therapy, family support, and relapse prevention programs.
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