I am taking a fixed dose of antianxiety medication. All in all, looking back over the years, this medication has been more beneficial to me than any of the antidepressants I've taken and continue to take.

Nevertheless, I've almost always sought to take the minimum effective dose. My providers have been accommodating in providing me a slightly inflated prescription that allows me to take extra during particularly difficult times. I think they do so only because they've gotten to know me well enough that they are confident I am at low risk for abusing the drug.

I wish for all of you "on the bus" that you find similar compassionate providers, who will consider your individual needs and circumstances.