title: Benzodiazepine dependence.
abstract: Though safer than their predecessors, the side-effects make the long-term use of benzodiazepines hazardous. Withdrawal can often be achieved, although some individuals will probably remain dependent for the rest of their lives.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Holden
mesh_terms: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D001569:Benzodiazepines; D004739:England; D006801:Humans; D013375:Substance Withdrawal Syndrome / Q000209:etiology; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000209:etiology* / Q000534:rehabilitation
chemical_list: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents; D001569:Benzodiazepines