BENZODIAZEPINES: UNDERSTANDING THEIR MECHANISMS AND USES

Benzodiazepines are a category of medications primarily used to manage anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. They function by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter in the brain that has calming effects. This leads to a decrease in neuronal activity, causing feelings of calmness. While potent, benzodiazepin