Cindy: I am really glad you are feeling some relief, but I agree w/Cam, you really should first get counseling and consider another option. I have been going through a lot and have been taking xanax for about 4 months now mostly so that I can sleep at night. I take 1 mg. I now find myself wanting to take more during the day and have also find out that if you go off of it you can have withdrawal symptons. I am not sure if that will be the case with me, but I am feeling very nervous about what to do and highly recommend you consider another drug so you don't end up in this situation. Also, counseling is really important, because you need to learn how to deal with what is happening to you and not just take medication to make the feelings go away. I wish you luck.