The Benzodiazepine Podcast

Feb 26 2024 2
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On this podcast, we discuss the issue of iatrogenic injury due to benzodiazepine use. Iatrogenic injury is an injury due to medical treatment. In the case of benzodiazepine-related iatrogenic injury, we are discussing damage to the human central nervous system. We also discuss safe tapering methods and issues related to benzodiazepine tapering. And, we talk about benzodiazepine withdrawal, and how to get through withdrawal side effects, including anxiety, insomnia, histamine sensitivity and benzo belly.

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1. Understanding Benzodiazepine Withdrawal: Histamine Sensitivity, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and Treatment Options

Feb 26 2024 18 mins  
Welcome to a new episode of The Benzodiazeipine Podcast with your host, Mark Leeds, D.O. In this episode, we will be exploring the fascinating and often overlooked topics of histamine sensitivity, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and benzodiazepine withdrawal & BIND. Dr. Leeds will unpack the relationship between benzodiazepines and histamine intolerance, offering insights int

Rejuvenate Your Journey: Deepening Spirituality and Finding Peace on the Path to Healing

Nov 18 2023 49 mins  
Welcome back to another episode of The Benzodiazepine Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Lorraine Nilon, joining our host, Mark Leeds, to delve into the world of self-reflection, personal growth, and addiction recovery. Lorraine Nilon is a spiritual explorer and author who specializes in helping people navigate their recovery journey and deepen their spiritual un

brain healing after benzos: Dr. Ladan Eshkevari's Insights on Brain Restoration with ketamine

Oct 10 2023 60 mins  
While this episode does not focus specifically on benzodiazepine protracted withdrawal, or benzodiazepine-induced neurological dysfunction (BIND), the implications of brain healing and the actions of ketamine at NMDA receptors is intriguing, and may be of interest to people looking for answers for improving these long-benzo syndromes. With symptoms such as akathisia, histamine sens

Nicole Lamberson on Protracted Withdrawal Survival Strategies

Apr 06 2023 63 mins  
Nicole, a dedicated Physician Assistant, calls Virginia her home. After earning her Bachelor's degree from James Madison University in 2000, she pursued her passion for healthcare by completing the Master of Physician Assistant program at Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2004.

Getting Sleep During Benzo Withdrawal With Binaural Beats

Feb 20 2023 37 mins  
This is an interview with Karen Newell, cofounder of Sacred Acoustics, a company that produces high quality audio recordings that are proven to reduce anxiety. Additionally, they help with sleep and meditation.

Dr. Gary Aston-Jones: Interview With A Brain Scientist

Dec 15 2022 52 mins  
Dr. Gary Aston-Jones in the Director of the Rutgers Brain Health Institute, here to discuss his research in promoting better brain health with medications that help with sleep, improved executive functioning. Our topic about treating addiction, but we also discuss many brain health issues that are relevant to this podcast.

Dr. Steven Reichbach: Healing The Brain With Ketamine Infusion

Oct 18 2022 41 mins  
Steven Reichbach, MD is a board-certified anesthesiologist who has had about 30 years of experience in working with ketamine. He has dedicated his medical practice to providing safe and effective ketamine infusion therapy.

Laura Delano Of The Inner Compass Initiative On Recovery From Brain Injury Caused By Psych Drugs

Sep 22 2022 48 mins  
Recovering from the brain injuries caused by long-term use of psych drugs, including benzodiazepines, is not easy. In fact, it is one of the most difficult challenges a person can face in life. Learning how to deal with the symptoms of protracted withdrawal can be made easier with proper support from members of a community who have experience and understanding.

Dr. Kendra Campbell: Getting People Off Of Toxic Psych Drugs

Sep 10 2022 54 mins  
Should we start to question this pattern of prescribing poorly understood drugs that change the functioning of the brain?

A Conversation With Chris Paige On Educating Healthcare Providers

Sep 02 2022 94 mins  
Chris Paige is back to discuss how we can help doctors to better help their patients with the severe symptoms of benzo withdrawal.