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Aafp: Benzodiazepines: Side Effects, Abuse Risk & Alternatives ArticleAafp: Benzodiazepines: Side Effects, Abuse Risk & Alternatives Article
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American Academy of Family Physicians
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9th - 10th
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Physical Education
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1510L
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Aafp: Benzodiazepines: Side Effects, Abuse Risk & Alternatives

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This article from the American Family Physician journal assesses and discusses the adverse effects of a class of prescription depressants called benzodiazepines. Learn about dangerous complications and side effects, and also learn about safer medical alternatives. This detailed article is intended to supplement the knowledge of those already familiar with benzodiazepines and their effect on the body.

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional

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