The Dangers of Benzodiazepine Addiction

THE DANGERS OF BENZODIAZEPINE ADDICTION The number of Benzodiazepine overdose deaths increased by over 400% from 2001 to 2013. totel With nearly 7,000 overdose deaths in 2013, Benzodiazepines killed more people than cocaine. Side effects of Benzodiazepine abuse include respiratory issues, dizziness, blurred vision and brain shrinkage. Over 75% of Benzodiazepine addicts are addicted to at least two other substances. When combined with alcohol, Benzodiazepines can cause loss of consciousness, coma, and death. Benzodiazepine withdrawal can cause heart palpitations, hallucinations, seizures and panic attacks. Those with a history of substance abuse or alcoholism are significantly more likely to abuse Benzodiazepines. 60% of Benzodiazepine addicts abuse the drug on a daily basis. http://www.miramarlagunabeach.com/ MIRAMAR http://www.drugabuse.gov/related-topics/trends-statistics/overdose-death-rates http://blogs.psychcentral.com/addiction-recovery- GETTING WELL STAYING WELL /2012/04/7-deadliest-drug-combinations/ http://alcoholrehab.com/drug-addiction/benzodlazepine-addiction/ http://substance-abuse-rates.healthgrove.com/14/Benzodiazepines eX