I was on Xanex in the late 80's for one year and ate them like candy to decrease my stress causing very painful Gastritis. WARNING: Do not try to attempt getting off or weining from Xanex except under strict Dr's guidance....I had hospital supervision and was given a drug called Melorile to counter some of the harsh withdrawals. The total withdrawal time was four months but it does get easier. (still hard) You can go into convulsions if you are not under Doctor's care. Don't let anyone fool you into thinking it is okay to try on your own. NOT THIS DRUG!
Best of luck...you can do it!