My experience with Xanax (as I, too, suffer from Panic Disorder)

My family doctor was the one who rx'd it for me, based on what I was telling him. He felt that it would help me deal with the things going on (at that time) so my life wouldn't be lived in constant fear of a panic attack.

Yes, it is highly addictive, but you have said you do not have addictive tendencies. You shouldn't feel concerned about being addicted to it if you follow the dosing instructions your family doc gave you.

As far as you T feeling like you don't need them, that's a whole other can of worms that should be opened carefully. She may feel you don't need it, but apparently your doctor does. My humble opinion, get the Xanax and go from there. You may find that it helps immensely with "the little things".

I was eventually taken off Xanax and put on a stronger med, Klonopin. EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT! Xanax just didn't cut it for me anymore.

I wish you the best of luck, and hope that the experiences of myself, and others here help you make the best decision possible for you.

Dolfin

P.S. A little aside....yes, you can OD and die depending on the strength of the Xanax.....