#232 - Melissa Bond: The Benzodiazepine Epidemic, Addiction Vs Dependency, Tapering Off Pills, Wife & Motherhood Challenges, Surprising Media Coverage, From Ambien To Ativan, Medical Self-Advocacy, And More!

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Writing The Book

Benzodiazepine Addiction

Withdrawal Symptoms

Over-Prescription

Addiction Vs Dependency

The Lack Of Media Coverage

From Ambien To Ativan

Severe Insomnia

Advocating For Yourself With Medical Professionals

Hubris In Doctors

Titrating Off The Medication

Preparing For The Last Withdrawal

Needing Drugs To Get Off Drugs

Ashton Manual

The Difficulties Of Writing The Book

Getting Through The Hardest Parts Of Our Lives