UNDERSTANDING THESE MEDICATIONS : USES, RISKS, AND LEGAL ISSUES

Benzodiazepines are a group of medications utilized to manage anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. They work by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter called GABA in the brain, which has soothing effects. While benzodiazepines can be effective in the short term, they carry potential risks, including dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and