I don't understand why pdocs are so reluctant to prescribe benzos, specially the new one's just coming off being residents. I have been off and on benzos for over 15 years. When ever the concerns are brought up to me with a pdoc I remind them that. If I was to become addicted to them or dependent on them, it's a little late in the game now to change. I'm 60 years old and have to go thru this crap every time I get a new pdoc.

When I can't get benzos I prefer hydroxyzine which is a decent antihistamine, and alcohol or any other drug I can get to self medicate. Nothing controls my anxiety and rage better then benzos. They also perk me up. I don't feel sedated on them like I do on all the "safer" alternatives.

What happen? Any pdocs out there? I remember you guys welcomed benzos with open arms because they are 100% safer then barbiturates. What changed?