In the United States, the most frequent mental health problem is anxiety. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) estimates that 18.1% of American adults struggle with anxiety disorders on a yearly basis. For decades, doctors and researchers have been seeking solutions to this prevalent problem, and there are various pharmacological therapies for anxiety, including Valium and Xanax. These two drugs are both central nervous system depressants that belong to the benzodiazepine pharmacological class. They function by slowing down the activity of the brain and nerve system, allowing for mental and physical relaxation.
