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I take xaniax for my social anxiety but my heart dr says i can't take it but i go to different dr for xaniax and take it why can't i talked it?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Medication may take: the edge off of social anxiety but it does not address the root issue. Stress management education and therapy w/a mental health professional are the most useful route to resolving this in my opinion and experience. Peace and good health.

Answered 3/20/2017

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A member asked:

I take xaniax for my social anxiety but my heart dr says i can't take it but i go to different dr for xaniax and take it why can't i talked it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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