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A member asked:
He wants benzos. would giving him over-the-counter gaba help or hurt him?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Anxiety: Sounds like whoever he is, he is battling anxiety. SInce I cannot prescribe meds, I cannot answer that part of your question, but I can ask, would he consider psychotherapy? Meds plus psychotherapy is the most optimal combination for battling, and hopefully one day conquering anxiety. Meds alone do not solve anything.
Answered 4/29/2015
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