you have to MAKE time for thearapy, otherwise the pills probably wont work either. I have a whole lot on my plate and I REALLY dont want to go back to pills, but Im back to the point of being miserable on days that I dont have sessions. I mean I cant make it through the day without crying, I dont pay attention, I dont eat, I cant sleep, and I cant even think. Looking for the magic pill isnt your answer, especially if you havent tried therapy. Looking for the "pill" as a quick fix wont work. You also are not your mom, you may have some CRAZY side effects. I don't want to go back on meds because they usually drag my sex drive down, make me not want to eat and whatever else can happen. Look here
http://www.zoloft.com/ZoloftUSPI.pdf for the side effects of my drug....increased suicide rate, seizure, weight loss, and abnormal bleeding...I havent experienced any of these.. but is it something you want to risk?
When I did my required hands on/internship for my psych degree I learned a lot about "busy" people. Theyre often not as busy as they seem to believe they are. Its very hard to get into a routine, but with the help of a therapist they can sit down with you, walk you through your day and help you establish a schedule. I would also guess that your sleep patterns are not routine, which is only adding to your troubles. When you dont sleep enough its like making your brain work at half the power with double the effort. Yes you're in college and you want to be there for your friends, your boyfriend, and live the college life but if it is affecting your health this adversely I would give in to a scheduled lifestyle. It sucks but it will benefit you more than you know. If you are a person who is not organized then you need to get there! A lot of anxiety comes from the fear of the unknown, misplacing things, feeling rushed, and an all over feeling of discombobulation. Take some time to see a therapist, talk, RELAX.. get organized. The pill isnt the answer unless you've seen a therapist and your doctor first.
I hope you arent offended by this, but if your doctor is willing to hand you a pill in one short visit, Id be looking for a new doctor. I know that most doctors are well educated, intelligent and knows how to do exams properly, but its never safe or good to hand out a pill after just a few minutes chat.