What should I be expecting started Zoloft for my anxiety.

[nebraskaman]

I have sporadically gotten anxiety attacks for the last 7 years. During this time I would get 3-6 month flare ups where I would get then 3-5 times a day and then they would eventually just stop. The best way I can describe the attacks is an over whelming fear of death that makes me a little dizzy and gives me blurry vision. I'm 23 now and just started getting them again about a week ago but they lasted longer and were happening up to 8 times a day. So I finally went to the doctor and she prescribed me 25mg Zoloft for the first week and 50mg next week. I just took the first dose today and am worried about what I should be expecting. I've read a lot on what to expect when taking the medication for depression but I can't find much on the effects it had for people with anxiety. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

[Paxiled]

It's a whole lot safer than taking medication, no?  And if it works, you're cured.

[nebraskaman]

Yeah it is. They have gotten so bad since I posted this

[Paxiled]

These drugs affect different people quite differently, so anything someone might say won't necessarily apply to you.  If this is the course you've decided to pursue, just expect the best.  Personally, I would have liked your doctor to have sent you to a good psychologist who specializes in anxiety treatment first, given you're actually functioning quite well compared to most, and that, if you did need medication you saw a psychiatrist rather than a regular doc.  That being said, again, if this is the course you've chosen, expect the best.  

[nebraskaman]

She suggested a couple of counselors and such but I went to an urgent care on Saturday and didn't get a chance to call the office today. Honestly I'm a bit timid about going to therapist.