Hi AnxietyGirl,
Yes anxiety meds that are benzodiazepines are addictive and you can become dependent on them, but that doesn't mean that you can't go off them carefully at a later point if you need. I find that GPs are much more reluctant to prescribe these, especially long term and especially at higher doses. However, pdocs often prescribe them on a long term basis for patients, especially klonipin which is one of the longest acting ones.

Meds and therapy combined can really help, and I think you're describing a very serious condition and need some extra help from a pdoc. There are also meds that aren't addictive that may help with anxiety. GPs tend not to be as sure with this stuff, and may not be the best source. You might want to do some research if you can't see a Pdoc, and take that with you to a GP-- but I think most people dealing with the kind of anxiety you describe benefit most by a combination of therapy and meds.

It is possible to get off the more addictive meds-- but be careful, you don't want to stop taking them quickly as this can be dangerous.

Hope it helps, and I am sorry you're dealing with such a difficult time.

kkins9