Effective Interventions to Manage Symptoms of Benzodiazepine Withdrawal in Seniors (Rapid Review)

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Examines the value of interventions used to manage withdrawal symptoms during benzodiazepine discontinuation in seniors. This rapid review indicates that educational interventions and gradual supervised discontinuation, combined with psychological interventions, are effective in managing withdrawal symptoms. It suggests that effective interventions are those that are tailored to the specific needs of seniors.