According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in 2015, nearly 9,000 overdose deaths involved benzodiazepine. This is more than four times as many as in 2002. Additionally, the National Center for Biotechnology Information found that benzodiazepine consumption has dramatically increased within the U.S in the last decade.
However, a major challenge for those struggling with substance abuse is a lack of meaning in life, which ultimately leads to a variety of health issues and recovery concerns.
At the Phoenix Recovery Center we offer individualized treatment programs for addiction recovery. In addition, we know and understand the science of chemical dependency with its associated neurological changes and its impact upon the pleasure system, emotions, learning, memory, motivation, and most importantly, the ability to exercise choice. We know and understand the biological and psychological science that support treatments in trauma, emotional disorders, and other mental health concerns.
In short, we work towards a greater sense of meaning that has been positively associated with the capacity to overcome difficulties in life and an ability to increase mental and physical welfare.
Below is information relating to benzodiazepine addiction and our treatment programs.
What is Benzodiazepine Addiction?
Benzodiazepine addiction occurs when a person develops dependence on the drug and experiences major withdrawal when they stop taking the drug. In addition, a person may increase their intake of benzodiazepine in order to get the same relaxing feelings or maintain those sedated feelings — so they can eliminate withdrawal symptoms.
Benzodiazepine addiction can disrupt daily life as well as ruin family and friend relationships and lead to serious money issues, health issues, and illegal activity when not treated.
