Please explain here to my parents how dangerous it is to not take rivotril if you've been on it for a long time. they don't believe me. i am currently tapering off but i still need it for now.

Rivotril withdrawal : Suddenly stopping a benzodiazepine medication such as rivotril can be dangerous, with rebound anxiety and seizures occurring. To get off these medications a systematic committed weaning process is recommended under the supervision of your doctor.

Need to taper: If coming off long term use of rivotril (clonazepam) you need to taper off it. Don't just stop it. See your prescribing doctor and have him/her come up with a taper schedule.