Trying to help a friend get off Xanax. I’ve never tried any pills so I have I idea where to start.
Feedback: I really appreciate the feedback. I did not know how crazy that stuff is. I will try my best on my side to help him.
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Incorrect. Benzos effect the same brain receptors as alcohol. Thus, you get positive chemical releases the same as booze.
You are correct that cannabis is not chemically addictive though. People get hooked on it based on behavior effects & the general euphoria and sensory enhancement. Essentially, the stereotype of a couch potato stoner behaviour is what could be addictive. Routine & pattern succumbed "addicts".
Perhaps this could be a solution or suggestion u/Rumsfeld ? Ween off the pills by supplanting microdoses of cannabis, psilocybin, or something similar. Although, if your fren is particularly susceptible to panic attacks or the mental aspect of falsely interpreting the effects of these substances could make their anxiety worse.... There again, microdosages may be the key.
Godspeed to your fren and yourself as well!
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