Mark Leeds, D.O.
Mark Leeds, D.O.
Ashton Manual Protracted Withdrawal: Can Benzo Withdrawal Happen With Ashton?
Ashton Manual Protracted Withdrawal: Can Benzo Withdrawal Happen With Ashton?
Ashton Manual Protracted Withdrawal: Can Benzo Withdrawal Happen With Ashton?
Saturday 21st January 2023
Dr. Mark Leeds discusses the Ashton manual and benzodiazepine withdrawal, offering tips on safe tapering and managing symptoms.
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Get the buttons here!Navigating Benzodiazepine Withdrawal with the Ashton Manual: Tips from Dr. Mark Leeds
Long-term tapers may not always prevent acute withdrawal symptoms or even protracted withdrawal symptoms from benzodiazepines, but they are almost always better than very short tapers.
If you're facing the challenges of benzodiazepine withdrawal, this episode with Dr. Mark Leeds might be just what you need. Dr. Leeds dives into the Ashton manual, a well-regarded guide for safely tapering off benzodiazepines. He breaks down the process, emphasizing the importance of long-term tapers to minimize withdrawal symptoms. Even with careful planning, some acute symptoms can still occur, but Dr. Leeds provides practical advice on managing these hurdles. One key point Dr.
Leeds makes is the difference between benzodiazepine dependence and addiction—a distinction often misunderstood by family members. He believes that more education is needed among psychiatrists about the proper use of benzodiazepine hypnotics for mental health issues. To that end, he encourages doctors to familiarize themselves with the Ashton manual and other resources on benzodiazepine toxicity and protracted withdrawal. Dr. Leeds also suggests involving pharmacists in the treatment plan.
Their expertise can offer additional insights into managing withdrawal and ensuring a smoother recovery process. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone dealing with benzodiazepine withdrawal or supporting someone who is. Don't miss out on Dr. Leeds' expert advice and compassionate approach to a difficult topic.