I have been prescribed Clonazepam "as needed" for years. Some days I really do need it, most days I don't. I usually try to analyze why I'm getting so anxious and tense and if there is anything I can do to help it. If not, then I have no qualms about taking it. That's what it's prescribed for and I'm going to take it if I need it. I've been using Clonazepam judiciously for 15 years. No dependence or anything, but if I need it then I take it. I think benzos get a bad rap, when, in fact, if not abused, they are an excellent adjunct to helping manage severe anxiety.