117. Benzos, sleep and withdrawal: what you need to know

Many of my clients are taking benzodiazepines, and unfortunately many of them have a hard time getting off these drugs. I’m not judging anyone who’s taking benzos. I want to warn you if you’re taking them or if you’re considering taking them so you know the risks. Your doctor may not tell you about the side effects or about how hard it can be to stop taking them. In this episode, I talk about: The side effects of benzodiazepines How they affect the brain Why they’re so addictive How to get off benzos (don’t stop cold turkey!) How to approach getting off benzos for insomnia What support you need when tapering from benzos If you’re on benzos for insomnia, the first step is to uncover the imbalances in your body that are keeping you awake. Then you can wean off medication when your body is in a healthier state that is more likely to be able to sleep.  This is what we help you with in the Complete Sleep Solution program. We find out what’s causing your insomnia. Then we give you a plan to fix those things so you can sleep normally in 6 months or less. Find out more at www.thesleepdetective.com Click here to sign up for the ⁠Insomnia Insight program⁠. You'll know exactly what's causing your sleep issues and have a plan to fix it in 30 days so you can sleep well, permanently and naturally.