[Ma...] Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 Hey: I need some buddies to talk to. I am looking for people with similar experiences in their benzo journey. I am very isolated socially. I am presently a 68 year old female who was prescribed benzos for about 15 years. I was prescribed Ativan, up to 4 mg a day. I did a Valium taper that failed when I got down to 5 mg., so I essentially jumped cold turkey after that. I am now 23 months benzo free, and still bed or couch bound most of the day. I feel very encouraged when I can chat with someone, I love to get on my computer and see a personal message. Please respond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[ch...] Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 I am here, I have just had my 75th birthday 6 days ago I was on valium for 20 months in total including a long taper, second half after a hospital visit , was 14 months, to zero Not that it made any difference, for me 6 months off now and like you I love contact and messages, Makes you feel not so alone going through this Not a good taper , not good on the drug, and oh so rotten off, sending love Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Po...] Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 Hi Marja I’m 71 and have a long story. Glad to chat with you if you like. Send me a PM Pokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[Bl...] Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 Hi Marja, I’m also a 68 woman and have been on Xanax daily for 21 years. I’ve been disabled with ME/CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) for 34 years and spend most of my day resting. My CFS isn’t related to benzos but I’m hoping I’ll regain a small measure of improvement once I get off. I can totally relate to the challenges you’re experiencing . Please feel free to message me. Wishing you better days ahead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[se...] Posted September 2, 2020 Share Posted September 2, 2020 I am 52 and struggling to get off .25 mg 2 x daily. I am also dry cutting , and can only tolerate a once a month dose down. Every day that passes a new side effect emerges, it’s frightening. I am one of those that is extremely sensitized to the drug. Your not alone.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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