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cherish44

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3. I don't have a history of drug or alcohol abuse but I could see myself getting hooked on these
Sun Dec 2, 2012, 02:41 AM
Dec 2012

I'm getting to the point now where I'm nervous because I only have a few pills left and worried whether I'll be able to function if I run out. I was very hesitant about taking the benzos to begin with. Yes they work well at taking away the symptoms temporarily but I think they're just a band aid and not taking care of the root cause of my anxiety. I'm not covered for any kind of mental health treatment under my insurance (pre-exisiting condition b.s.). I'm seeing a counselor at a place that offers a sliding scale rate since my insurance won't pay for me to see a psychiatrist and I can't afford it out of pocket. Been getting the Xanax from my family doctor who only gives me about a 2 week supply at a time. All I can say is this is a living hell. I hope I can get some relief soon.

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