clinic Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 Is cognitive impairment or memory loss permanent even if u stop benzo ? I've been taking a benzo since 2.5 years. Does it cause permanent brain damage since my forgetfulness has gotten worse lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyRedhead Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 (edited) I've been taking a benzo for 6 years, and it has not caused cognitive impairment or memory loss for me. Edited September 2, 2019 by CrazyRedhead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clinic Posted September 2, 2019 Author Share Posted September 2, 2019 (edited) 3 minutes ago, CrazyRedhead said: I've been taking a benzo for 6 years, and it has not caused cognitive impairment or memory loss for me. Well that maybe cuz your on other meds that help memory like lexapro and risperdal and maybe wellbutrin xl Edited September 2, 2019 by clinic 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancesintherain Posted September 2, 2019 Share Posted September 2, 2019 I can't speak to it going away (or not) because I have been taking one roughly since 2008. I haven't had any cognitive problems during that time. Are you sure that it's the benzo? That wouldn't be my first guess. (That said, I'm having some side effect issues that wouldn't be expected either.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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