Hello, I understand your concern. Going off Xanax cold turkey can and in most cases is dangerous. Besides the usual withdrawal symptoms such as panic attacks, insomnia, irritability, mood swings, headaches, palpitations, nausea, muscle pain, it can lead to full blown psychosis and convulsions. I do not know who you are referring to as they , but I can assure you that no medical professional would suddenly cut off your Xanax medication, especially after long-term use, without the appropriate counseling and guidance on how to gradually taper off the medication. I also discourage you from trying to go off Xanax cold turkey or gradual tapering off on your own. This process is always to be done under medical supervision and never alone. So please, go to your doctor, if you have one, or find one as soon as possible and discuss this with them. They will surely advise you on how to go through this process with medical help and supervision. Wishing you good health and all the best.