You were prescribed Xanax by a doctor. You took it as directed. And somewhere along the way, something shifted. Now you need it more than you used to, you feel worse when it wears off, and the idea of stopping feels impossible. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you haven’t done anything wrong. Xanax addiction is one of the most misunderstood forms of substance dependence because it so often begins with a legitimate prescription. Understanding what’s happening in