The long-term Xanax patient comes in and states they need a higher dose of the medication. They deny any additional, new, or accelerating triggers of their anxiety. What is the probable reason they want a higher dose?

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Tolerance to medication, especially with benzodiazepines like Xanax, is a common issue where the body becomes accustomed to the drug, necessitating higher doses to achieve the same therapeutic effect.

The Long-Term Xanax Patient Comes in and States They Need