Yes.......but be careful. If your using alcohol for anxiety and your not an alcoholic, you'll be one soon. I know first hand unfortunately.
Scott

Alcohol is a depressant so I imagine it would make you feel like crap.

What else can i use to combat anxiety then?

Your mind. Its hard but its more effective.

Deep even breaths and trying to take your mind off whatever is making you panic.

yeah if I drink too much I feel down next day : ) xx

My mind gives me the anxiety in the first place, its like saying dont think of an elephant, but i agree using alcohol isnt a good idea, its just what im used to!

You perhaps need to see a therapist and learn tools to help control or distract your mind. I used to suffer so bad from Anxiety and while I still have attacks i can usually beat them into submission before they get out of control.

Thanks, i think i need a theropist as i need to live a normal life!

i wish i could drink...

It's what I was used too also. Talk with your Dr. They have plenty of awesome meds for anxiety. Xanax is a great one. Problem is, don't let them convince you too stay on it long term or take everyday. Just ask for it as needed, my mind is just like yours. That recommendation is a good one but like alcohol is also addictive.
P.S. I am not a Dr. I am only giving my opinion, please talk to your Dr. about both the alcohol consumption and the anxiety.

I talked to my dr before, he told me he cant stop me going out and drinking, not very helpful advice!!!

not very good advice at all. He should have sensed the danger it could cause you. How often r u drinking? Do you mind if I ask what's causing your anxiety?

Hi. I have used alcohol in the past as self medication, and it is becoming an increasing problem for me. I have recognised that (half the battle) and am now abstaining. In the past I have used Clonazepam, as your Dr if that is a possibility

firstly, I would look another doc up...get rid of this one.

Seconedly, At this point you need to see how you are feeling when you dont touch the alcohol for a few weeks because your anxiety can be enhanced by the drinking, the wanting the drink, etc...

Great to read you are figuring out the drinking was not the solution but another issue that you just dont need.

I keep atavan with me where ever I go should the anxiety turn into panic... but in two months I have taken two pills. As the key is to overcome the anxiety with rational thinking... (for me anyway)

Good luck in your journey and keep us posted.

Lots of things cause my anxiety, but i also think i was born with it cause its been with me ever since i can remember, i can still function ok, just everyday seems like a battle, to be honest im jelous of people who seem to get by easily.