Anti-depressants or Anxiety Medication?

[Jumprope14]

I have realized that a lot of people are on an anti-depressant for anxiety/depression. I have only tried a few but have been very unsuccessful with them. I feel more anxious when starting and never make it to the six week period when they say you should start feeling better from them. I've never have felt terribly depressed but have had anxiety since early adulthood. (I am now 59) I have come along way in learning about anxiety but the last few years have been difficult. It seems like any little thing is blowing me over and effecting me greatly. Don't know if I should be on some type of maintenance medicine, tired of the ups and downs. Want my daily "peace of mind" back. My mind feels tired like so hard to control the thoughts, good days and bad days. Just want peace and well being! Any suggestions I am a chicken when it comes to medication that's my problem. Thank you