title: Benzodiazepine dependence potential: current studies and trends.
abstract: The appearance of newer, short-acting benzodiazepines has produced misconceptions regarding the potential addictive quality of these drugs. Following a review of the Smith and Wesson (1983) barbiturate withdrawal technique, application of this procedure to the withdrawal of individuals addicted to short-acting benzodiazepines is reviewed. Attention is also given to the emergence of "look-alike" drugs, and the resultant implications for substance abuse treatment personnel.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents; D001569:Benzodiazepines; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D004335:Drug and Narcotic Control / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013375:Substance Withdrawal Syndrome / Q000209:etiology; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000209:etiology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D014481:United States
chemical_list: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents; D001569:Benzodiazepines