diazepam

The story of Barbara Gordon, a successful television producer. On the advice of her therapist she went off Valium cold turkey and suffered a Valium-induced breakdown and the loss of her job and her husband.

Discusses the use and abuse of various "downer" drugs, examining why people take them, their effects on the body, and how to get help.

Examines the nature, effects, and dangers of use and abuse of Valium and related anti-anxiety drugs.