How do I get a prescription for Xanax?

The best thing would be to talk to your doctor. Be sure to let him know how long this has been going on, so he'll understand this isn't just a recent feeling. The only thing I can tell you about Xanax is to be cautious about asking for it specifically. Xanax is addictive, and it's normally prescribed for short term use only because you can build up a tolerance for it, and then it takes more of it to get the same effect. Because it's a drug that's popular with recreational users, doctors tend to think everybody who asks about it is a drug seeker. That being said, if you've known your doctor for a long time that might not be an issue at all. There are other medications that are sometimes prescribed for the long term, like antidepressants, but if you have panic attacks you can always ask your doctor if Xanax would be an option to take when needed for those. It's hard to deal with stress and anxiety on your own, so if you have the opportunity to talk to a counselor, or see a therapist for a few sessions, that might help you relieve some stress.

Go to your doctor and explain to him/her exactly what you just told us. Your doctor is the one who ultimately knows what is right for you and your body. Always be honest with your doctor and never omit any details.