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Driving anxiety and panic attacks

User Profile: ijewel602777
ijewel602777 August 13th, 2022

I was hit by a drunk driver and ever since I feel like a different person. I used to love driving all over and now I don't drive at all. I did drive after the accident and would have bad anxiety. One day I had a complete panic attack on a bridge on the freeway. I almost crashed because I was so dizzy, shaky, and felt like dying. I know not driving is not the answer, but I haven't drove in 3 months. I feel trapped. Everyone says it's in your head, just drive. It doesn't help. Any tips?

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User Profile: innateJoy9602
innateJoy9602 August 14th, 2022

@ijewel602777

Hello!

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. It's understandable that you would feel anxious after such an accident. It's unfair for people to dismiss this. I wish you well and hope you can find ways to cope with your driving anxiety. Thanks for sharing with the community! 🌿🌺

User Profile: ijewel602777
ijewel602777 OP August 14th, 2022

Thank you for the kind words.