Naftal Benisty

Benzotired

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🌐: naftal.jimdosite.comDiscussing the Benzodiazepine-Induced Neurological Dysfunction (BIND) pandemic with heroes I meet along the way. Benzodiazepines are prescription drugs like Diazepam (Valium), Alprazolam (Xanax), Lorazepam (Ativan) and Clonazepam (Klonopin) that can cause physical dependence. Disclaimer: always consult your physician for medical advice. Listener discretion is advised. For more information about benzodiazepines visit the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) www.benzoinfo.com. Appreciate Benzotired? Donate! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/naftalbenisty

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#10: Haeley & Tom 🇺🇸 - A partner's perspective 31.03.2023 1:07:35

March 31st, 2023 In this episode: I speak with the lovely couple Haeley & Tom. Haeley is harmed by Benzodiazepines and currently tapering. Healey shares her story on being put on Benzos after an infection. Her highest dose was 5 milligrams of Lorazepam (Ativan). Currently Haeley is on 16 milligrams of Diazepam (Valium). Tom has been her support throughout Healey's withdrawal and shares his...

#9: Melanie Davis 🇬🇧, manager of REST (collab with Emma S. 🇬🇧 from #Unfiltered) 28.03.2023 34:20

March 28th, 2023 In this episode: In collaboration with Emma from the #unfiltered podcast and beatingthebenzo.com, we speak with Melanie Davis, who has over 25 years of experience as the manager of REST (Recovery Experience Sleeping pills & Tranquilisers). Melanie has used her expertise to shape government policy as a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Prescribed Drug Dependency and t...

#8: A conversation with Paul Hirsch 🇺🇸 22.03.2023 38:21

March 23rd, 2023 In this episode: Paul Hirsch from Chicago, Illinois 🇺🇸 shares his story about his journey on Klonopin (Clonazepam), which he was on for many years for anxiety and insomnia. Paul experienced tolerance withdrawal prior to tapering. Paul has almost been three years Benzo free. Paul shares some of the things that helped him through withdrawal and we talk about cognitive behavioural th...

#7: Christy Huff 🇺🇸, M.D., Director of Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) 22.02.2023 28:33

February 22nd, 2023 In this episode: Christy Huff, M.D., Director of the Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC) joins me today. Christy shares her Benzodiazepine journey and how she is currently doing. Christy shares information on several projects, like Benzodiazepine Induced Neurological Dysfunction (BIND), peer support and deprescribing guidance. ⚠️ Due to technical issues the audio quality...

#6: Sarah Nadav 🇺🇸 15.02.2023 28:48

February 15th, 2023 In this episode: Sarah Nadav shares her story about her journey coming off of Xanax (Alprazolam), Klonopin (Clonazepam) and other prescription drugs. Sarah also contracted Long-Covid. This episode does not have a transcript.

#5: Shane Kenny's 🇮🇪 "The Benzodiazepine Medical Disaster" (2016) featuring Emma S. 🇬🇧 14.02.2023 1:01:23

February 14th, 2023 In this episode: The first part of the episode contains excerpts from Shane Kenny's documentary The Benzodiazepine Medical Disaster, made in 2016 and broadcasted on Irish television in 2017. Shane Kelly speaks with professors Heather Ashton and Malcolm Lader about Benzodiazepines. After the excerpts Emma (from #Beatingthebenzo and the #Unfiltered podcast) and I discuss our take...

#4: Elisabeth Krijtenburg 🇳🇱, tapercoach 10.02.2023 46:39

February 10th, 2023 (re-recorded on March 3rd, 2023) In this episode: Elisabeth Krijtenburg shares her story about her experience coming off of Lorazepam (Ativan) and antidepressants. After her taper, Elisabeth decided to support others coming off of Benzodiazepines and/or antidepressants. Find Elisabeth on: 🇳🇱 https://www.deafbouwcoach.nl/ and 🇬🇧 https://www.deafbouwcoach.nl/english-site/home-eng...

#3: A conversation with Emma S. 🇬🇧 10.01.2023 53:53

January 10th, 2023 I've had the absolute divine pleasure to have a chat with Emma from London, UK, who has been harmed by Benzodiazepines and other prescription drugs. After her experiences, Emma has took it upon her to spread awareness about Benzodiazepines and other prescription drugs. We discuss many topics; one of them is our shared affliction: tinnitus. We mention friends and family and p...

#2: Detox? Featuring Jenny, from Brooklyn, NY 🇺🇸 05.11.2022 59:15

November 5th, 2022 In this episode I interview Jenny, from Brooklyn, New York 🇺🇸. She shares her story on how she got precribed Benzodiazepines and when she wanted to come off them. Jenny was initially prescribed 2 milligrams of Alprazolam (Xanax) and SSRI's. Later she was switched to 6 milligrams Lorazepam (Ativan). She shares her experience about detox facilities. After the interview, I share my...

#1: "Introduction" 💁🏻‍♂️ 20.10.2022 59:41

Welcome to the podcast Benzotired. I'm your host, Naftal Benisty and I'm Dutch. Join me into the world of Benzodiazepines, withdrawal, BIND (Benzodiazepine Induced Neurological Dysfunction) and more. Disclaimer: always consult your physician for medical advice. Benzotired originally aired October 2022. In april 2024 I revised Benzotired and re-recorded this episode. This episode does not h...