@lorraine59

Hello Lorraine and welcome to Connect,

Klonopin was originally made to be used as a short term medication. That may be because it’s a Benzodiazepine. I’not really sure why, unfortunately they use many Benzos long term now. People often become dependent on that class of drugs. Especially if a patient has/had problems with dependency issues with drugs or alcohol.
I took Klonopin for seizures which was of no help and I never had such a hard time starting or stopping any other medication as I did Klonopin. I was literally taking flakes at the end. Your most likely stopping to quickly.
Didn’t the psychologist teach you the coping tools necessary to control your Panic Attacks? They are after all for the most part based on irrational thoughts and fears. After one starts, reassurance is very helpful in stopping them. It is often difficult to cope with many situations but you must. Life isn’t always easy but it does go on. Everyone has been through traumatic experiences in life far worse than mine and possibly yours but they chose to get through it and go on living a happy life in spite of whatever tragedy they went through. I’m not saying they will or can ever forget. I’knew a man who lost his legs, another man lost his arms and legs, my close friend hung himself, my best friend lost her young daughter from a rare disease. My very active father became a Quadriplegic after avoiding a drunk driver. Another friend lost his little brother in a drive by shooting. But they went on to enjoy life. Although some may resent what I’m going to say but I truly believe anyone is capable of getting through anything and usually without. Not saying it’s easy but pills should be a last resort after everything has been tried and failed. It takes time and even more effort to get better. Also, alcohol is only going to preclude you from getting well. I’m glad you understand that.
God Bless you and wishing you the best possible health and happiness.
Jake