James: I can help you bud. I know exactly what you're going through. I am an anxiety survivor too. I think you're on the right track with the L-Tryptophan but I feel your missing alot of key elements. Specifically L-Theanine, Rhodiola Rosea, and Ashwaganda. Now relax.. you won't have to buy all that stuff seperately. There is a new herbal formula for anxiety that combines all of these things for you. It is what I use with great success. And I've been through the ringer with antidepressants too. Go to http://www.panicyl.com
and read the page entitled My Story. I think it will really help you. Good luck - B