I have been on them for years. They really help me. But don't take away all the anxiety. I still have to use anxiety tools And I was switch from Paxil to Prozac
when my first drug stopped working.

Yep , been on anti depressants for a loooong time. They help some with the symptoms, but don’t expect them to be a cure, they are not. Research Dr Claire Weekes’ work on acceptance. Game changer.

I have been taking Paxil for many years. Anxiety does not go away totally. But mtd said something very inportent. You have to find that acceptance zone. I kept asking myself, im on medication but why am i still have so much anxiety still. It was the fact that i couldn't except that i had it. Once you get into that zone anxiety will be much easier to manage. Along with tools like breathing. I have been doing breathing exercises which really changed things for me. About six month ago i purchased a tool for anxiety on Amazon. It's called The Shift. It took my breathing exercises to a whole new level. You are not alone in this anxiety world. Always be leave and never give up hope.

Scott

I have been taking anxiety medications for over 25 years. Every day.

I would suggest seeing a psychiatrist to get a recommendation on which anxiety medication is right for you. They are medical doctors who all they do is anxiety, depression, mental health issues. I have found they know more about these issues than "regular" family doctors.

Anxiety medication can be really helpful. It helps calm the anxiety so that you can apply your tools to deal with anxious situations. As said above, there is work to do as well as taking medications.

I hope you find one that works for you. Keep us posted.

Journal daily. Keep track of everything.

Finding what works for you is a path that is as unique as you are.

Medicine is a 'tool'. It is not a one size fits all.

Best wishes as you find your way to a better balance.