Finding professional care
Use FindTreatment.gov to locate treatment services in the United States. Ask prospective providers about experience with benzodiazepine dependence and individualized care.
SAMHSA National Helpline
In the US, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for treatment referral and information.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 in the US for emotional crisis support. For immediate medical emergencies, call 911.
Peer and family support
Peer communities can reduce isolation but should not replace medical advice. Be cautious about personal taper instructions shared online.
Clinical and educational resources
Review the ASAM benzodiazepine tapering guideline, Benzodiazepine Information Coalition, and Ashton Manual with appropriate context.
Further reading
External sources for additional context; they do not replace medical care.