Anxiety gone wild - Now what!!!

i truely think and agree with your doctors that you are addicted to this drug you've been on,some of the actions you are exhibiting as a result of not taking this drug sounds like you have withdrawal symptoms.i think the best thing you can do now though it might sound extreme, is to check into a facility that will take care of you and medically daiognise your problem for the best and approriate treatment cause lets face it,you are too young to live  on prescription drug 

Valium does have long lasting side effects. Withdrawal takes time. As it's been as you say 8 months most of the side effects are probably gone. However, there may still be some lingering. Please talk to you doctor about taking another drug for your symptoms. While valium may seem like the answer to your prayers it is not considered to be a drug that should be taken long term. Most insurance companies won't cover it anymore either because of it's addictive properties and the expense for them. Also, it became a readily available street drug. Xanax also a benzodiazapine (generic alprazolam) for anxiety may be more beneficial for you at this time.

Unfortunately, with the DEA breathing down their necks, more doctors are becoming increasingly cautious about the meds they prescribe--particularly painkillers and benzos.  Valium/diazepam is seen by many doctors as a drug they would prefer to stay away from as it is highly addictive.  As someone who has dealt with generalized anxiety disorder on and off for years, I would consult with a good psychiatrist who may suggest a regime of an anti-depressant like Zoloft (which also works on anxiety) supplemented with one of the more commonly used anti-anxiety meds today--xanax/alprazolam (fast acting but wears off quickly) or clonazepam/klonopin (stays in system longer so you need less).  As long as you take your prescriptions according to the prescribed schedule, your doctor should not have a problem with providing them.  In my case, I found seeing a therapist and talking through what triggers the anxiety and coming up with new coping skills really helped--more than I ever thought it would.  As I hate being in the position of asking for meds of any kind, I want to conquer my anxiety and talk therapy has helped immeasurably.  Good luck to you!

Have you thought of medical detox for valium? Anxiety disorder treatment centers across the US offer multiple options help you come out your problem. It may also be a case of dual diagnosis where the valium addiction is just having its minor effects whereas anxiety as the main issue is causing major problems. It is very important for you to take a second medical opinion and opt for a treatment program that is effective in the long-run. All the best!

I would recommend that you check into EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. A member of my family used this with great success to overcome her fear of driving. Like all types of psychotherapy, it is not for everyone, and you need to make sure that if you decide to use EMDR, it is done by a certified therapist.

So, Angie;  Still out there looking for answers?  Just came across your question after geting onto this Yedda.  I believe I can help.

Hmm I guess if you don't want to take some medicine and do it the right way I would also suggest on doing some EFT training for a different change.