"i have been dealing with a lot of stress, and ended up in the hospital with a panic attack. i have anxiety and panic disorder, and i have been taking ativan for nearly three months. i only take it when i am at the point i can no longer breathe, and i am shaking. it is quick and effective, it causes me to calm down enough that i can breath, i stop shaking, and i am able to concentrate. i love it, and am pleased with the effects of it. the down side, is i tend to feel a bit loopy for like an hour after taking it, but then i&#039;m fine again, also eating helps this time period. unfortunately i have to switch to xanax because my new doctor likes them more. i&#039;m hoping for the same effect, but i would completely recommend it."