<qa>  What is the purpose of this study?The purpose of this study is to test the safety and effectiveness of an extended release form of a medication called divalproex sodium Depakote ER for the treatment of people with alcohol dependence who have mood andor anxiety symptoms. This medication has helped reduce symptoms of acute alcohol withdrawal as well as stabilize mood symptoms in bipolar disorder and other mental health disorders. This study will test the hypothesis that divalproex sodium will help reduce mood and anxiety symptoms during early abstinence from alcohol and in turn reduce relapse and craving for alcohol. 