Afraid to Drive in the Highway alone

[ecasanova12]

Hello I had a panic attack while driving in the highway alone I thought i was gonna lose control i was so scared i thought i was gonna stop the car and start running i got out the very next exit and ever since i dont't drive in the highway unless someone is with me in the car the panic that i went thru while driving in the highway stays stuck in my head i think about over and over and over again I am thinking about purchasing the program not sure yet

[teaser]

Hey there 12 - You know what? You DIDN'T get out and run!!! I think the program would be a great start to getting back on the highway.

Let us know what you decide!!

T

[LIN]

I used to have numerous anxiety attacks - First it was the grocery store, then it was driving, escalators, etc., etc., etc. This is what I had learned through some counseling. Try to make yourself panic - you can't. Don't try it alone at first, have someone with you who knows about your situation. It does work. Of course I still get some panicky feelings, but not as bad. If I "go" with it, I don't have one. I still haven't mastered I-95 in South Florida - but I think I'm going to sign up for Rich's "classes" - I just want to be free of all phobia's and I'm sure his class will help in all other aspects. (My Mother was afraid of EVERYTHING) I was told by a shrink that I "learned" this behavior from her. The shrink didn't "cure" me, but he did help alot. It's nice to know that I'm not alone. I hope someday that I'll be able to do anything I want without that fear in the back of my mind taunting me. I've even got meditation CD's in my car, which help some as well.

[DreadDriving]

I am also very afraid of driving on the interstate. Paxil used to help but it no longer helps me with driving on the interstate. I am going on a trip tomorrow and dreading my turn to drive! My husband and two,two-year old twins will be with me.
I wish I never had to drive again, EVER!.
I get this impending sense of doom and my conditioned response is to jam on the breaks which is embarrasing and more importantly, dangerous. If anyone can give me some pointers, I wouldbe greatful. My heart races just thinking about it. My husband does not get it yet he has a horrible fear of wearing his seatbelt. He just wont wear it. Please someone write me