"i have been taking buspar for 2 months and have definitely noticed i am more relaxed and less reactive and upset in stressful situations. prior to buspar i had taken xanax as needed for anxiety but it made me extremely hungry i would eat so much (and even worse-not remember) that it just gave me more anxiety from all the weight gain. i am only taking buspar now and i take 7.5 mg x 3 daily. i am able to function on this medication and not feel like a zombie. i feel very relaxed and i am starting to enjoy life!"