Everything They Told You About Benzos Is Wrong
September 24, 2025
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Episode 150 · September 24, 2025
Everything They Told You About Benzos Is Wrong
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Everything They Told You About Benzos Is Wrong
Summary
John and Dee Foster were severely harmed by benzodiazepines—yet instead of staying silent, they spent years fighting for change. Their persistence paid off: the new ASAM benzodiazepine deprescribing guidelines now formally acknowledge physical dependence, protracted withdrawal, the need for slow, patient-led tapers that can take months to years, the importance of shared decision-making, and the role of peer and non-drug supports.
John and Dee share what they won for patients, and why these guidelines could mark a turning point in holding the medical system accountable.
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