New York Benzodiazepine (Diazepam) Detox & Rehabs

Where can I get help for Benzodiazepines addiction?

When looking for help for a benzodiazepine addiction, the addict or the family should first determine how serious the addiction is with the help of an addiction assessment. This will help with finding the most appropriate form of rehabilitation. Inpatient and outpatient drug rehab facilities usually operate locally and are a good place to start.

Benzodiazepines are prescription sedatives and tranquilizers and are commonly prescribed to treat physical and mental-health problems. Benzodiazepines are a Schedule IV Schedule IV substance under the Controlled Drugs Act and has the potential of being highly addictive. Benzodiazepines have the addictive power of opioids, and will, in fact, cause the same level of tolerance to develop when abused. Commonly prescribed benzodiazepines include Xanax, Valium, Librium, Klonopin, and Ativan. Typically, these drugs are only prescribed for as-needed use, but because they deliver such a strong surge of dopamine, which is rewarding it can be difficult to walk away. Across the state of New York, benzodiazepine addiction impacts many. With the right type of help, an addict or someone who is dependent upon these drugs can overcome the problem. Throughout the state are many different types of inpatient and outpatient drug rehab programs, many of which will help people addicted to benzodiazepines.

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Dr. Rohit is a Diplomate of the American Society of Addiction Medicine who has been supervising successful detox for over 13 years. He also has helped hundreds of people getting off drugs and alcohol addiction.