Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Melissa A. Bond - The Dangers of Prescription Benzos
Melissa A. Bond - The Dangers of Prescription Benzos
Melissa A. Bond - The Dangers of Prescription Benzos
Thursday 13th February 2020
Hear Melissa A. Bond's cautionary tale about prescription benzos on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'. Learn about the dangers and need for awareness.
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Get the buttons here!Melissa A. Bond's Battle with Prescription Benzos: A Cautionary Tale
Nothing, nothing scares me anymore, because it was the most horrific thing I have ever been through and I just have so much compassion now and so much inner strength.
Imagine being prescribed a medication to help you sleep, only to find yourself trapped in a web of addiction. That's exactly what happened to Melissa A. Bond. After the birth of her second child, Melissa was given Ativan to combat her insomnia. What started as a seemingly harmless solution spiraled into a nightmare. As her dosage increased, she began experiencing seizures, and attempts to reduce the medication led to strokes.
Melissa's journey to taper off the drug took over a year, and even now, she relies on a minimal dose of Valium to manage her condition. In this episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Melissa opens up about the harrowing effects of prescription benzodiazepines. She recounts losing weight, enduring stomach cramps, and struggling to remember conversations with friends. The medication had taken control of her life, leaving her feeling hopeless.
Melissa's story sheds light on the often-overlooked dangers of prescription medications. Many people, like Melissa, find themselves addicted not through recreational use but because of well-intentioned prescriptions from their doctors. This episode emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and education about the potential risks associated with these drugs. The podcast also explores the evolving landscape of rehab, highlighting the importance of alternative approaches to detox and withdrawal.
It delves into how different brains react uniquely to drugs, altering brain structures in ways that can make recovery particularly challenging. Melissa's experience has driven her to become an advocate for those affected by prescription drug addiction. She's currently working on a book that began as a therapeutic project and has since evolved into a powerful piece of advocacy and art. Her hope is to raise awareness and inspire others to seek help before it's too late.
Tune in to hear Melissa A. Bond's compelling story on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'. It's a powerful reminder of the importance of vigilance and education when it comes to prescription medications.