Ativan (lorazepam) is a benzodiazepine drug prescribed to treat anxiety. The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved Ativan in 1999 for its ability to enhance the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which is a neurotransmitter chemical that affects the activity between nerves in the brain.

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Some people hope that they can conquer their addiction on their own by either quitting “cold turkey” or gradually reducing their dosage on their own. While their efforts to live drug-free are admirable, it is difficult for a person to overcome an addiction on their own.