by Jennifer Leigh | Aug 27, 2023 | Brain Facts, For BWD/BIND Sufferers, For Healthcare Professionals, Healing |
The benzo community has seen many trends in the last twelve years. A decade ago, the focus was on the MTHFR gene mutation. Was it the driver of our symptoms? No. It wasn’t. But that didn’t stop people from gobbling down methyl folate, hoping it would...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jul 31, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, For Healthcare Professionals, Healing
I am excited to announce that the course for healthcare professionals launches today. The course is six weeks; however, one can take up to six months to complete. The course offers 2 CEUs and a certificate for successful students. Graduates from the course will have...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jul 27, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
My Dear Benzo Friends, I’ve been in the benzo community for twelve years. In a now-defunct benzo withdrawal forum, I started as someone in a rapid taper (my doctor wasn’t benzo-wise). I did my best to be positive and to help other members. I even started...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jul 26, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
As the dark side of prescription benzodiazepine use emerges, more and more people are looking to taper off these medications. Tapering off benzodiazepines can be challenging, often marked by uncertainty and withdrawal symptoms. To complicate matters, most healthcare...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jun 26, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, For Healthcare Professionals, Healing |
Ativan Withdrawal Ativan, a commonly prescribed benzodiazepine (especially for insomnia), can be challenging. It is essential to approach this journey with knowledge and a well-structured tapering and symptom-coping plan. In this blog post, we will explore various...
by Jennifer Leigh | Jun 22, 2023 | For BWD/BIND Sufferers, Healing |
On October 13, 2010, I woke up with a screaming headache. Kicking back the covers, I attempted to stand up. Overnight, my legs had turned into jello, quivering and weak. I took a tentative step toward the bathroom, and the room spun in circles around me. Last...
