Hi John, the anxiety is definitely a side-effect of the drinking. Unfortunately, when you first get sober it gets worse but I am told the longer you refrain from drinking the better it gets, alcohol really messes up the nervous system and can turn you into a nervous wreck. The good news is that I am now at day 7 and the anxiety has definitely subsided. Thanks for reminding me about the hangover, now I know why it is a good thing to come on here, you start feeling better then you forget, thanks. I'll take the dentist over a hangover any day! sugErspun, what is an endodontist? Sounds painful.