Hell, I can make the same argument about exercise - is it worth the risk of physical injury, something that most people don't even consider? I'd say yes, the beneficial effects outweigh the negative ones.
I've used gabapentinoids (and am using a gabaergic right now) to great positive effects. The downsides are there but they are minor. On that note, I have been using alphaPVP for ADHD management and am happy to report it is nowhere near as scary as the media makes it out to be. A shorter lasting version of methylphenidate, basically, and better than cocaine for the purpose.
Gabapentin and pregabalin withdrawal can be scary at first, but once you know the effects and learn to taper off, they're rather harmless. In fact, the biggest danger is in not being able to buy them because the medical system won't allow it, leaving you to quit cold turkey. Second biggest danger is from the police (illegal to possess without a prescription).
I have not tried any benzodiazepines or phenibut, but I'd bet they can be managed pretty well.
Edit: sorry, I always assume other people have access to medication. I don't so I shouldn't have laughed.
Yeah, so there are a few gabapentinoids/gabaergics out there, and they can help a lot.
But please read everything you can before deciding on something.
Just a couple of pages of Phenibut experiences have convinced me to not try it because there are better alternatives with fewer side effects.