What type of drugs are the traditional antianxiety drugs, or minor tranquilizers, such as valium?

Benzodiazepines is  the  type  of drug  that  are  traditionally  antianxiety drugs,  or  minor tranquilizers, such as Valium. IN  addition  benzodiazepines  can  induce  sleep  and help  in relaxation  of  muscles. Benzodiazepines  can  be addictive if used  for a long time  or  when  been  abused ,thus short  term  use  of  these  medication is  generally  save.