I used to take them as needed, mainly for sleep. I'm not anti-benzos, but I have a cautious view of them for anyone who has addictive tendencies. I also couldn't drive safely with them in my system which became a problem a number of times on my morning commute. I quit them as part of my sobriety. They were just too tempting to abuse.

I agree with what others here are saying. If they help you, then why not? They are medicine designed to help people.