UNDERSTANDING BENZODIAZEPINES: MECHANISM AND USE

Benzodiazepines represent a group of medications chiefly used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. They work by boosting the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that has soothing effects. This results a reduction in neuronal activity, producing feelings of tranquility. While suc