Originally Posted by
joshuatreee 
My question here is, why are we using a drug that may cause physical dependence, and withdrawals when treating withdrawals? Does it make sense to anyone else to use a drug that you may get addicted to, when dealing with people prone to addiction? I don't have these answers and am still drinking on a daily basis. I need help, but this **** scares me. Anyone us cannabis to assist with the withdrawals?
Benzo's cause physical dependence, but only after prolonged use and/or use in high doses. You won't get addicted to a benzo if you use it during the first few days of alcohol withdrawals. When used short-termed and in small doses, benzo are very effective in treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms like anxiety and to prevent delirium tremens. That's why doctors prescribe them.
If you make the stupid mistake like me, to use them long-term and in higher doses, well then addiction is possible.