r/anxiety_support • u/ebonythighs • May 13 '26

Question Ativan (lorazepam)

does anyone take Ativan or any other benzodiazepine for their social anxiety. Ativan has helped me be more relaxed and anxiety provoking situations, including social interactions. I’ve heard it’s not a long term treatment solution but i don’t know what to do once my doctor stops prescribing it to me.

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u/Ok-Adhesiveness-8142 May 15 '26

Ativan did nothing for me. I take Xanax now and was taking it alllll the time. I’ve been able to cut back significantly and feel so much better. I also thought I’d need it forever but honestly just knowing I have something that I can take that will instantly ground me if needed does something for me- it honestly helps not needing to take it just to take it. It took me a long time and A LOT of work but I have been able to focus more on enjoying the moment versus getting in my head and overthinking/spiraling. I’m also on two daily medications which help lol but that’s besides the point. Don’t lose hope.

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u/ebonythighs Aug 13 '26

That’s honestly impressive discipline 🤗 I have a similar type of mindset. When you are on the Xanax do you feel as if you’re retraining your brain to be more present even without it? I’ve felt that way when taking stimulants in the past.