"i am male age 65 years old. my nurse practitioner is trying to wean me off valium after taking it ( 5 mgs) since i was 23..that&#039;s 43 years. it has been doing it&#039;s job for me. it gave me back my life.  i have extreme anxiety disorders. my original physician gave me no hassle. he died, and i had to get a new doctor. things were fine until this past year when out of the blue she recommended me getting off the drug. i never abused it, but she is adamant about it. so, i am trying..truly am. it&#039;s not going too well. i am wondering if i should find a new dr. and take my records there.  i think my age has something to do with it, but getting off it is almost a nightmare. does anyone have any suggestions?? i really would like some feedback from others."