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This easy-to-read, inspirational and supportive guide is essential reading for anyone struggling to overcome prescription drug dependency. Drawn from the author's personal knowledge of coming off benzodiazepine tranquillizers and her experience as a counselor, this book explores everything you need to know before, during and after withdrawal, from how to recognize the symptoms to how to manage them and make firm steps towards recovery. With a focus on recovery and empowerment, it provides all the practical and emotional support needed to help you cope and regain control. This book will be a lifeline for anyone taking or withdrawing from sleeping pills, other benzodiazepine tranquillizers and antidepressants. It will also equip family and friends to offer support and provide counselors, psychotherapists, complementary therapists and other health professionals with invaluable insight critical to providing best care.