Benzodiazepines

191 - Revolutionizing our understanding of mental illness with optogenetics

Peter Attia MD

A class of anti-anxiety medications (e.g., Valium, Xanax, Ativan) that work by enhancing GABAergic neurotransmission but can be addictive and cause side effects.

Brain Experts WARNING: Watch This Before Using ChatGPT Again! (Shocking New Discovery)

The Diary Of A CEO

A class of psychoactive drugs like Valium, Xanax, and Ativan, which make the brain look older and are associated with an increased risk of dementia.

164 - Diagnosing, preventing, & treating Alzheimer’s disease, & life lessons from dementia patients

Peter Attia MD

A class of drugs (e.g., alprazolam, lorazepam, diazepam) that are generally avoided in older adults with dementia due to their potential to increase confusion and significantly raise the risk of hip fracture with chronic use.

Carl Hart: Heroin, Cocaine, MDMA, Alcohol & the Role of Drugs in Society | Lex Fridman Podcast #233

Lex Fridman

A class of drugs that, like alcohol, can cause dangerous and potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms.

Erasing Fears & Traumas Based on the Modern Neuroscience of Fear

Andrew Huberman

A class of drugs that reduce anxiety (anxiolytics) by increasing levels of inhibitory neurotransmitters like GABA in the brain, sometimes used to manage fear and PTSD symptoms.

The Science & Treatment of Bipolar Disorder

Andrew Huberman

A class of drugs (benzos) often prescribed for sleep during manic episodes, acting on the GABA system.

Lisa Ling — Exploring Subcultures, Learning to Feel, and Changing Perception | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

An episode of 'This is Life with Lisa Ling' from Season 6, discussing the widespread prescription and dangers of addiction and withdrawal from benzodiazepine medications.

Sleep Hygiene 101: The Best (and Worst) Habits for Better Sleep | Ashley Mason, Ph.D.

Peter Attia MD

220 ‒ Ketamine: Benefits, risks, and promising therapeutic potential | Celia Morgan, Ph.D.

Peter Attia MD

A class of drugs that work by increasing GABA activity in the brain, used for anxiety and sedation. Withdrawal from high doses can be fatal.

Andy Weir on the Economics of Sci-Fi and Space | Conversations with Tyler

Conversations with Tyler

Medications taken by Weir to manage his fear of flying, illustrating his personal reservations about travel.