Hi Friend, thanks for trying to help. I've been on anti-depression and anti-anxiety drugs for 10 years. (Still depressed and anxious.) I've basically have had to learn to live with it. 6 years ago my psychiatrist told me "We've tried everything (drugs) and nothing works). Cymbalta was one that didn't work. I was also at one time taking 9 pills a day of Xanax. With my psychiatrist's permission I have gradually and slowly reduced them. I am currently on 2 a day. I wanted to get off Xanax because I don't believe if ever helped, plus the fact it's addictive and literally sold on the streets. Anyway, I will continue to reduce it to zero a day. On a brighter note, I'm on an anti- depressant that seems to be working. (I'm in my car right now and don't know it's name.) What's worked best for me is my incredible supportive wife and my struggling Christian faith (NOT the right wing kind!!) Anyway, thanks for your post!