Zoloft

I assume it would go i. this category because it’s mental health, but i just got put on Zoloft yesterday for my depression & anxiety. I had someone tell me it’s pretty much like a bootleg Xanax which i know many people are addicted to. They also said if i wanted to stop taking it i would have to wean myself off? I just want to know other peoples experience on it before i take it or have her switch it if it just has a negative effect.