Have you read the Ashton Manual? Do you know what it is? Do you know who Prof. Ashton is? Well, if you or anyone you know is dependent on benzos, you should.In today's feature, we focus on Professor C. Heather Ashton, her work with benzo withdrawal patients, and her life-saving manual. And we say a heartfelt thank you, for all she has done. We also touch on some news, discuss GABA receptors and the doctor dilemma, and share the first benzo story from one of our listeners.

Welcome to Episode #7

This is the last of our launch episodes, next week we start with our regular weekly schedule releasing a new episode each Wednesday. Today's feature is focused on Prof. Ashton and the Ashton manual and we also have a lot to share in our Mailbag, Benzo News, and Benzo Stories sections.

But first, let's list the resources used in this episode, and then we'll dive deeper into the content of episode 7.

Episode Resources

The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Benzo Free of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein.

MAILBAGGABA ReceptorsThe Ashton ManualNew South Wales Government: Health Fact Sheet on BenzodiazepinesAddictionBlog.org - "Five (5) Facts About Benzodiazepine Withdrawal (You Need to Know)"

BENZO NEWSBenzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC)"Want to Prevent Suicides? Stop Ignoring Benzo Patients" on BIC BlogBenzo Free: Resources Page (including Suicide Hotlines)

FEATURE - The Ashton ManualThe Ashton ManualBenzo Free's Ashton PageWorld Benzodiazepine Awareness Day (W-BAD)W-BAD: "Who Is Dr. Ashton?"W-BAD: "Reminder to Please Support Nomination for Prof. Ashton: UK Queen's Honour List 2019" (Which includes letter by Wayne Douglas about Prof. Ashton)Benzo.org.uk: Professor C Heather Ashton

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Podcast Summary

This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.

Introduction

Today's introduction, in contrast to our last episode, was quite short. So, let's move on.

Mailbag

This is where we share questions and comments from our listeners.

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