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Old Jan 08, 2013, 11:31 PM
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I could have written most of your post myself. I had an accident in 1993 (yes, that long ago) and my anxiety about driving has gotten worse every day since then. I've just lived with it until now and honestly just let it get worse. I give in to the anxiety and don't drive much anymore. But today I made a phone call and I'm going to a mental health facility tomorrow for help. I don't want to be stuck in the house all the time. I haven't even been able to go grocery shopping. A friend has been doing that for me. I miss getting out and seeing people, even people I don't know. LOL I also struggle with depression and of course anxiety and not getting out just seems to make both worse.

I think the poster above has some good suggestions. I think doing just a little bit at a time that you are somewhat comfortable with would help. I'm going to try to do driving on my side of town where I feel comfortable then branch out once I feel I can. It stinks not being able to just go where you want or need to go. I haven't seen my therapist or psychiatrist because I'm so anxious about driving. That sure doesn't help me out.

Somehow we can beat this. I don't have the answers but I know they are out there. Keep searching and wanting this to change. I have faith that you will find the answers you need and will drive happily once again.
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