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You are absolutely correct about the dependence which is a nice way of saying addicted frankly. If it works for some, stay on it if you wish but for anyone who suffers trying to get off of it, it simply illustrates your dependence/addiction. It's no different than an illegal street drug with the addiction characteristics. I guess the only thing that would concern me is the issue of whether or not one is more prone to get dementia being on this drug, I have read it does up the possibility which I assume is one reason docs don't want people on this class of drugs these days.
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I swore off this site but I thought I needed to respond to your comments.
Yes Klonopin is addictive and Doctors have mentioned possible connections such as dementia. That said I believe the dementia is tied to genetics and lifestyle. Based on people that I have known who have developed it genetics has played a major role. A close friends father who was a surgeon had early onset dementia and my friends brother also has developed dementia at roughly the same age.
Many Doctors don’t like their patients taking antidepressants but for people that have true depression they are a life saver. Getting off antidepressants comes with its own set of side effects. One of the worst side effects is your depression returns.
I have been fortunate to find a balance that has worked for me and enabled me to be a good father and have a successful career. As I have said before my mother had severe depression and anxiety for which she self medicated with alcohol with terrible results for my family.
There is not a drug out there that doesn’t have side effects and everyone has to weigh the side effects versus the benefits.
I wish everyone the best and I hope they can find the balance they need to enjoy life to its fullest.
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I disagree that it is no different from a street addiction. It is a prescription that many of these people went on per their doctors. Most people take the dose they are given and do not "drug seek". I don't even know if there is an illegal market for the drug.