The Benzo Free Podcast

Launched in February 2019, the Benzo Free Podcast has become a lifeline of the benzo community providing information, support, and a personal connection to thousands struggling with benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal (BIND). Hosted by D E Foster, th

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Relationships, Intimacy, and Sex in Benzo Withdrawal

Posted May 21, 2019 • 00:53:19

Intimacy is essential to a healthy, happy life. And yet, during benzo withdrawal it is often one of the earliest casualties. How can...

The Science of Benzos: GABA and Glutamate

Posted May 14, 2019 • 00:48:00

How do benzodiazepines work? What do they do in the body? Why do they initially calm us, but then stop working? And why are they so...

Benzo Brain: Cognitive Dysfunction and Memory Loss in Withdrawal

Posted May 7, 2019 • 00:45:58

Do you know much about the cognitive effects of benzodiazepines and Z-drugs? Perhaps you should. Memory loss, cognitive dysfunction,...

The Assault on Our Senses: Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms of the Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Mouth

Posted April 30, 2019 • 00:59:31

Have you heard the term ‘sensory hypersensitivity,’ but don’t really know what it means? Perhaps you should ask someone in benzo...

The Dangers of Benzodiazepine Use in the Elderly

Posted April 23, 2019 • 00:48:43

More senior citizens take benzos than any other age group. And yet, they are also the group most at-risk for complications. What are...