BENZODIAZEPINES: UNDERSTANDING THEIR MECHANISMS AND USES

Benzodiazepines are a group of medications primarily used to manage anxiety disorders, insomnia, and seizures. They work by increasing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that has relaxing effects. This leads to a reduction in neuronal activity, producing feelings of serenity. While potent