Episode 4: BenzodiazepinesEpisode 4: Benzodiazepines
Prevent This!
Discover the rising trend of benzodiazepine use among youth and learn how parents can help prevent misuse.
37:49•17 Sept 2020
Benzodiazepines and Youth: What Every Parent Needs to Know
“Benzodiazepines are gaining popularity among our youth. In this episode, we cover what they are, signs and symptoms of use and abuse, history, statistics, and what parents can do to prevent use.”
Imagine a drug that can calm anxiety but also lead to dependency, especially among young people. In this episode of 'Prevent This!', hosts Ashleigh Nowell, Sandi Lybertz-Nowell, and Katie Reaves-Brownlee take a deep dive into the world of benzodiazepines, a class of drugs that's becoming increasingly popular with the youth. You'll learn what benzodiazepines are, how they work, and the telltale signs of misuse and abuse.
The hosts also walk you through the history of these drugs and share some eye-opening statistics about their use in the United States. Mixing benzodiazepines with alcohol? That's covered too, along with the cognitive effects of long-term use and the tough road of withdrawal. The episode doesn't just stop at the problems; it also offers practical advice for parents on how to talk to their kids about the dangers of these drugs and ways to prevent misuse.
Whether you're a concerned parent, an educator, or just someone wanting to understand more about this pressing issue, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. Tune in to get informed and stay ahead in the fight against benzodiazepine abuse.
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