I think you will find that your mind will clear when you stop drinking and your anxiety will lessen. I had no idea that alcohol caused so much of my anxiety. When you stop for a week and then relapse, I would ask you what other changes you make in your life besides stopping drinking? If your depression is a result of drinking, then it will likely clear up in the next month or so, but if the depression was there originally, then it might be a good idea to talk to your dr.