Here are some external websites which cover content which may be of use to some BCNC users. The links on this page are not owned by BCNC. The below links may offer information on topics which are beyond the scope of BCNC for example dealing with anxiety, depression, drug addictions other than sedatives, alcohol addiction etc.
We have also included here some additional benzodiazepine websites to supplement the information on BCNC.
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A benzodiazepine and Z drug withdrawal support forum to meet all the needs of those requiring help and advice to come off sedative-hypnotic drugs. The moderators and administrators are very knowledgable and give good sound advice.
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AATA is an organisation which seeks to take action on the benzodiazepine problem politically and by working with healthcare bodies.
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Mind in Camden’s Minor Tranquilliser Service
Mind in Camden, have a wide range of support services. Helpline, support group, escort to meetings, advocacy, home visits. campaigning, outreach, family support, foreign language support.
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Long over due. Finally Reg Peart has opened his own website. Lots of great articles and papers and new pages being added regularly. Definately worth a visit.
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A benzo website focusing on withdrawal and recovery from benzodiazepines safely. Paula Kovacs, a recovered involuntary benzodiazepine addict and a qualified therapist is dedicated to helping people off benzos and giving them back their lives.
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Dedicated to helping those individuals who wish to free themselves from a benzodiazepine dependency. On this forum we recommend following a proven slow taper method, preferably using Diazepam/Valium as a vehicle.
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A French based support and information group for those who speak French
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Samaritans is available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide.
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Benzodiazepine Addiction Resource
A new and rapidly growing online addiction awareness resource.
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How to Cope Well with Benzodiazepine Withdrawal
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A directory based website which offers links to a wide range of topics. As the title of the website says it offers links to great informational resources which offer free information or education about a vast range of topics.
After clicking on the above link you can use the drop down menu to browse different resources related to addictive substances including benzodiazepines. You can also click on the home page for a full list of their resources.
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Coming Off Psychiatric Medication
A website developed by clinicians and patients who have been involved in withdrawal from prescription psychotropic drugs.
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An organisation dedicated to exposing toxic chemicals in food, water and cosmetics. They campaign and publish results of their research regularly on their site.
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An SSRI withdrawal support group who focus on the most controversial SSRI of all paroxetine (seroxat, paxil). Has your wonder medication made you go mad? Wonder why and looking for help and support? Come join our forum and chat about it.
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The Seroxat User Group was set up by UK patients using the GlaxoSmithKline medication, Seroxat, to provide support and advice to users of the medication and to their families and friends.
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Paxil Progress offers withdrawal support for those addicted to antidepressants in particular the drug Paxil. Paxil is sometimes known by its generic name paroxetine and in the uk by the name of Seroxat.
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Depression Alliance works to relieve and to prevent this treatable condition by providing information and support services. We also campaign to raise awareness amongst the general public about the realities of depression.
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NEW NATIONAL DRUGS AND ALCOHOL HELPLINE
A UK based alcohol and other drugs helpline aimed towards the welsh area.
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SupportLine provides a confidential telephone helpline offering emotional support to any individual on any issue. It aims to provide a telephone helpline offering confidential emotional support to any individual, children, young adults and adults, and in particular those who are socially isolated, vulnerable, at risk and victims of any form of abuse. Visit their website for more information.
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First steps to freedom is a registered charity which aims to help, in a practical way, people who suffer from phobias, obsessional compulsive disorder (excessive washing, checking, unwanted thoughts etc., those with general anxiety, panic attacks, anorexia and bulimia, and those who wish to come off tranquillisers, together with help for their carers. Also help, advice and support for the carers of those with borderline personality disorder.
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Black Poppy Publications is a non profit making voluntary organisation that creates and produces the drug user's health and lifestyle magazine, Black Poppy. Site contains comprehensive information on various drugs both legal and illegal.
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Customised training on working with people who have drug and alcohol problems.
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The Maine Benzodiazepine Study Group
Formed in late 2002 as an initiative of Northeast Occupational Exchange in Bangor, and is comprised of physicians, epidemiologists, nurse practitioners, drug abuse specialists, health care providers, payers, advocates, and other interested parties in Maine, including the University of Maine Center on Aging. Members from other US States, and the Canadian provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Quebec round out the group.
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DrugScope is the UK's leading independent centre of expertise on drugs: Our aim is to inform policy development and reduce drug-related risk.
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Velvet Mind is an organisation run by Andersen Counselling who promote emotional health and wellbeing. They offer free advice and support via email or telephone. They also have a comprehensive list of counselling services throughout the U.K and Ireland. A great site for anyone concerned with their emotional health.
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Social anxiety is a very common disorder. Characterised by shyness or intense anxiety in social situations particularly involving strangers and large groups of people. Visit their website to learn more about this disorder and on methods of dealing with this condition and ways to overcome it.
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Patient Information Publications
Patient UK was first launched in 1997 by PiP (Patient Information Publications). It started as a directory of UK websites which provided information of health, disease and related issues.
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Drinkline offers free confidential telephone information and advice from 9 am to 11 pm monday to friday.
Patient U.K. Information on Sedative-Hypnotic Tranquillisers
An information resource produced by patient.co.uk on Benzodiazepines and Z Drugs
Patient Discontinuing Tranquillisers Info
A patient guide to how to and why to Stop Long-Term Benzodiazepines
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A UK based site for those suffering from clinical depression.
This site also has withdrawal advice for antidepressants.
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Probably the most resource rich and largest information base for benzodiazepine addiction and its long term effects. A very feature rich website.
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Benzo liberty was created to help provide an uplifting site with stories of hope and tapering methods. It is also a christian orientated site and may help those who are of the Christian faith who are undergoing benzodiazepine withdrawal.
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See what Professor Stefan Borg Head of Addiction Medicine
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An American psychiatrist gives his verdict on benzodiazepine dependence.
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Professor Malcolm lader is probably the leading psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist in the U.K. He has written numerous medical articles on the topic of benzodiazepines and has conducted several clinical studies.
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Alcoholics Anonymous U.K. web site
A.A. U.K based web site for those who are suffering from alcoholism and feel they may benefit or need a 12 step programe to recover from their addiction.
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An online msn support group. The primary purpose of the Pills Anonymous Group hosted on MSN is to allow those who are currently in recovery from addiction to mind-altering medications to share their experience, strength and hope with those who would LIKE to be in recovery from the same addiction.
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U.K Narcotics Anonymous website. Contains links to websites of narcotics anonymous in hundreds of different countries.
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A very large website dedicated to information and studies regarding alcohol addiction.
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USA based alcoholics anonymous official website.
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The aims of the Institute are to increase the understanding of alcohol and of public policies necessary to reduce the problems associated with its use.
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Protracted Withdrawal Disorder from Alcohol
Information about Post Acute Withdrawal syndrome from alcohol. Well worth reading for anyone who is recovering from alcohol dependency. Also worth reading if you are a healthcare practitioner and deal with heavy alcohol miss users.
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Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) is a set of impairments that occur immediately after withdrawal from alcohol or other substances. Visit their website for further information on this syndrome.
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This is now known as "talk to frank". They offer 24 hour telephone support as well as information on their website. It is aimed primarily at those who use/miss use street drugs but also will offer information on prescribed drug addiction and will also offer information to friends and families concerned about drug miss-use issues.
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Drugs Isle of Man organisation
drugs.org.im is an organisation which is aimed primarily at those who miss-use drugs for recreational purposes. It promotes a harm reduction protocol in its approach for example promoting safer use to reduce the harmful consequences of drug use/abuse such as death and infection and addiction etc.
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We were established in 1998 and comprise of individuals and families of individuals who have suffered, and in many cases continue to suffer, serious side effects including psychiatric disorders, suicide attempts, suicide ideations and suicide attributed to the ingestion of this acne prescription medication. This is a voluntary organisation which is run by individuals and families of individuals who have suffered severe side effects from the drug.
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Site focusing on the dangers of fluoroquinolone antibiotics
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Damage and disorders caused by quinolone antibiotics (cipro, levaquin, tequin and others).
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Dr Mercola is an osteopathic medical physician. He regularly questions big buisness particulary in the USA. He is an advocate for improving the healthcare system. His site is generally based on exposing dangerous drugs chemicals in the food supply. He promotes natural alternatives to conventional medicines for example omega 3 fish oils instead of amphetamines for children. His site is one of the top natural medicine based websites online and his approach is usually to back up what he says with evidence.
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Alliance for Human Research Protection
The Alliance for Human Research Protection (AHRP) is a national network of lay people and professionals dedicated to advancing responsible and ethical medical research practices, to ensure that the human rights, dignity and welfare of human subjects are protected, and to minimize the risks associated with such endeavors.
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CACTUS - Counselling and Clinical Training Units - is a pioneering clinic set up to provide alternative treatments to the drug Ritalin prescribed to some children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
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