"i started buspirone two days ago.  i have diagnosed social anxiety and i think i have gad as well. i felt a difference right away and a positive one.  its like i had my hand in an electric socket and was able to let go. like sitting still in an old car with a running motor and being able to finally switch off the engine. the constant fear, worry, stress is very much reduced. the side effects i have is nausea, dizziness and a mild headache. they start 10 minutes after you take the pill and go on for about an hour. not sure if they are permanent or not. but for now i really feel i need buspirone to get a grip over my anxiety.  i am not any more terrified of my boss at work or feel general dread!"