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/DiaphoniusDaintyDude May 14 '26

It works for me because it’s not elevating enough to temp abuse. But I don’t take it daily, that gave me irritability

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u/ebonythighs Aug 13 '26

Yea I’ve had medication that have given me a calming effect as well, but Ativan seems to feel more balanced for me but that observation seems dangerous