Benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome

Alcohol and drugs have been known to have consequences, but once the use turns into abuse it can lead to grave danger. People who are abusive with are likely to have medical struggles along the way due to the damaging effects of the substance. Often disorders seem to exist with alcohol and drug abuse. Use of alcohol and drugs can turn into more than just a one time thing and can lead to addiction and abuse. The risk of drug abuse grows substantially during a time of change. There are different…

This is a 57-year-old female with 8/01/06 date of injury, due to a slip and fall. Diagnosis: chronic pain syndrome primary OA-L ankle and foot, MDD, Single Episode and Generalized Anxiety disorder. 12/08/15 progress note by Mehtani documented that the claimant had been seeing Dr. Desai for a period of time. She has been on a complex medication regimen. The provider is trying to cut down the use of Klonopin and Ambien. The patient was told this was her last prescription. In the meantime, he…

and is commonly a factor in feelings of calmness and relaxation meaning that it can help with a good night’s rest. Since eszopiclone makes GABA more available to the brain, the increase in GABA has the ability to make a person feel sleepy. A non-benzodiazepine like Lunesta is extremely fast acting and can take as little as 15 minutes to start working. Several classes of GABA receptors include GABAA, GABAB, and GABAc receptors which are categorized in the central nervous system. Though the…

play a large role in Ryan’s death. Yes, I believe Ryan may have been too far gone and too ill for recovery. But, I also question if the facility knew how to handle a case a severe as Ryan’s. Perhaps they didn’t give him enough drugs to cease his withdrawal symptoms. I only say this because 17 days is an extremely short period, meaning Ryan was still trying to get clean. He seemed to have managed for a long time at home. The doctors in Dallas did express Ryan could die, but to me, they made it…

Identifying data: (Name, age, race, and marital status. Length of time in current shelter. Usual appearance including physical build, dress, neatness, any distinctive points. Type of Financial and medical benefits.) Ms. Roberta Yafie is a 70 year old single Jewish Caucasian female. Client entered Broadway House Women Shelter on 3/31/2017, as a transfer from 85 Lexington Avenue and has been residing in the Shelter System since 2/20/2014. Client is a very intelligent, refined, professional…

addiction “almost always occurs within the context of other problems” (Stevens & Smith, pg. 126). Physical Addiction Physical dependence differs from psychological dependence in how it presents. Physical dependence is actual physical signs of withdrawal. Physical…

In the field of law enforcement, it’s very important to know the different types of drugs. Everyday officers are put into situations that they have to know what type of drug is that drug is found. They wouldn’t know without the help of forensic science. So why is it important to know the different types of drugs? In law enforcement, searches, seizures and warrants play a huge part. When requesting a warrant, you must have probable cause, probable cause is facts and circumstances that make a…

side effects, including nervousness, restlessness, and headache. Serious side effects include fever and weakness or numbness of the limbs. In people who overuse Adderall, stopping suddenly can cause extreme fatigue and depression. Other symptoms of withdrawal include hunger, moodiness, panic attacks, and…

after stealing the limo at her sister’s wedding and crashing it into a building since she was driving drunk. She was given the choice to do jail time or 28 days of rehab and she chose the rehab. While at rehab she had a rough time going through the withdrawal symptoms and following the rule of the rehab. After the first few weeks of rehab, she loses the support of her family and friends. At first, she doesn 't believe that she has a problem and struggles with following the rules, but by the end…

Tramadol addiction is a condition that often takes many people by surprise: it rarely makes the news and is rarely associated with drug culture. Unfortunately, tramadol addiction is a reality. While it does offer a relatively safe pain control method to many people when used properly, its addictive nature needs to be better understood by people who either currently taking or are interested in taking it. Addictiveness Varies Tramadol is safe when used properly, but it has a dangerous ability to…