Originally Posted by
Frickaflip233 
You were addicted to benzos in the 90's. Diazepam is a benzo. Benzos are for short term use, usually, and are very addictive.....they are simply put alcohol in pill form.
The problem with broad-brushing benzos as "alcohol in pill form" is that it's simply not true for everyone. It's true for some folks, and more likely to be true if you've had a history of alcohol addiction, but it's far from being the cut-and-dried universal truth that you imply.
I have used a benzo (Ativan) sparingly as part of my anxiety management for several years since quitting drinking, and in fact have reduced my dosage over time as my need for it has decreased. It doesn't make me "high," and I've never experienced any urge to take more than prescribed -- in fact, I take less.
I recognize that my experience may be unusual, but it's probably far from unique. That's why I think it's rarely a good idea to single out any particular substance or medication for demonizing.