PsychologyAugust 4, 2026

clonazepam

klo-nuh-ZEP-am

Definition

A prescription medication, specifically a benzodiazepine, sometimes used as a treatment option for social anxiety disorder.

Etymology

The name is a portmanteau derived from its chemical structure, combining 'chloro-' (referring to a chlorine atom) and 'nitrazepam' (a related drug in the same chemical class).

In the news

In the article, clonazepam is listed as one of the medications that can be used to treat the symptoms of social anxiety disorder. It is noted as an option that has shown effectiveness in reducing symptom severity compared to a placebo.

Social anxiety disorder: first-line therapy, medication, and comorbid disorders.

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