I agree about the medication, how can it combat my depression if I keep consuming alcohol which is a depressant. Panic attacks are absolutely horrendous and have completely ruined my life so it's ridiculous to think I would ever drink again after learning the connection between them but I suppose that's testament to the hold alcohol has on me.
AVRT sounds interesting and it makes sense, I will look into it. I'm not involved in any kind of AA yet because this is a very recent decision and also I think I am going to be battling some serious anxiety when it comes to leaving the house during this early period (hopefully not for too long if I begin therapy).
ps thank you for the PM