News & Blog

A personal story about taking and coming off benzodiazepines, and recovering from insomnia induced by benzo withdrawal.

A political proclamation in Nature reminds us that when scientific findings are translated into simpler terms, the facts often get lost along the way.

A research team at Maastricht University is investigating antipsychotic withdrawal, and seeking individuals to participate in an important survey.

Exciting updates from ICI's Inner Compass Initiative, and a call to those with personal experiences of psychiatric drug withdrawal.

England's All Party Parliamentary Group for Prescribed Drug Dependence announced the release of a systematic review looking at issues of physical dependence and withdrawal from the psychiatric drugs commonly called “antidepressants”.

ICI Executive Director Laura Delano discusses taking and coming off psychiatric drugs, along with the work of Inner Compass Initiative and ICI's Inner Compass Initiative, on Mad in America Radio.

The New York Times' mention of Inner Compass Initiative's Inner Compass Initiative has set off a whirlwind of activity, interest, and awareness for our organization and its many resources.

When it comes to tapering off antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and other psychiatric drugs, it's commonly said that "slow and steady wins the race". But how slow is a "slow" medication taper? 

A strong support system can go a long way towards lessening the difficulties of the psychiatric drug withdrawal experience. 

Laura Delano reflects on her decision to stop drinking alcohol eight years ago and her decision to leave an "alcoholic" identity behind.