Zoloft can cause problems with sleep. Ativan is probably not good long term. Klonopin is still a Benzo but really wards off the anxiety and worry for me. I take celexa which is the only ssri I have found that doesn't cause insomnia for me.
I think insomnia is caused by the anxiety. I've been taking paxil for a long time. my dosage varies on how I am feeling. Most of the time I am on the lowest dose. If anxiety acts up, I increase my dosage. So, most of the time I am on the lowest dose.
The meds do play some of a role in sleep disturbance but I someone is waking in a panic, it most definitely is anxiety.
I really believe the best remedy for anxiety is a good workout routine and stress management. The meds are good for assisting in recovery.
Anxiety is a tricky thing and requires some work on our part. This is easier said than done but accepting anxiety for what iit is, our body's reaction to stress, is probably best. I do my best to ignore scary thoughts and some of the symptoms.
You can do it!
Thank you The doctor but me back on ativan to get me through this. He also put me on a sleeping pill. I do work out everyday to help but when the stress is where it is at know ( I an numb in the hands and around the mouth and have vertigo I need to git in control) consoling i will get better fster. Thanks again for being here