I was on the same dosage of Xanax for 20 yrs. with no need to increase & didn't get addicted. I recently had a hypo manic episode where I wasn't sleeping so my doc changed me from Xanax (short acting) to Klonopin (longer lasting) to help with my sleep. I have had no side effects of withdrawal...just quit taking the Xanax & started on the Klonopin. I know some people must get a "high" from these drugs. All they do is relax me & put me to sleep. I rarely need to take one during the day. I'm afraid it would put me to sleep, but other people seem to be able to take it during the day if needed. Talk to your doc some more to see if you are a candidate for getting addicted & what to watch for. Good luck.--Suzy