I do not advise anyone who is depressed because of their anxiety state and this includes panics, to consume alcohol as a way to cope. i have personally used alcohol so many times when ive been so pissed off at my state of anxiety or panic and you end up with so many other problems. You need to find the lift that works for you personally and it has to be as natural as possible too. The bitterness at your own incapability is a tough one. Theres nothing wrong with any type of escape from that as long as it is natural and healthy.