I got in an accident over a year ago while getting off the highway. I took the turn too fast and crash. Ever since I have been terrified to get on or off the highway or even to take a sharp turn. So I have been avoiding the highway for over a year now and being in the area I am this is very difficult. I'm really embarassed about it.

I'm not really asking for advice or anything. I know why I do it, I just wanted to say it. I don't tell anyone else, because I am so embarassed. I make excuses like the back roads are faster, I want to avoid all the traffic, etc., but in reality I am absolutely terrified.

The last time I got on the highway I froze while trying to merge. I just couldn't do it, I was in total panic crying and hyproventilating. I managed to get on and away somehow, but it was only because someone else took over. I don't remember anything past stopping at the end of the ramp and all of the cars behind me honking and yelling.

Its not even driving on the highway its the on and off ramps. Its totally rediculous I know.

Just wanted to vent.