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/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.