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My name is Dale and I am a new member.
I have had panic disorder for since my teens, and I am now 50!
Presently my condition is mostly under control, but I still have panic when driving alone. I guess it is related to agrophobia.
I hope to get some tips and share experiences with fellow phobics.
Dale
Toronto, Canada
Strangely enough, whilst a lot of people with panic disorder have a driving phobia, for the first 18 months that I had this condition, driving was one of the main things that would calm me down (probably the fact that driving, especially on fast country roads or motorways, takes up a lot of the concentration I would normally put into panicking.)
More recently though, I panic during driving as well... one of the more unusual thoughts that I have is that I will somehow get carbon monoxide poisoning in the car... It seems to be just another place that I panic though, I don't think driving causes the panic per se...
Lindalou64
06-09-07, 02:50
Hi Dale And Welcome I Also Dont Drive To Far Alone And It Does Stem From When I Was Agraphobia I Guess We Just Need To Keep Working On It..........wish Ya The Best........linda
Hi Dale,
A big warm welcome to you. xx
Granny Primark
06-09-07, 08:44
Hi dale and welcome.
My goodness this driving phobia is so common.
Ive got a fear of traffic jams.
There are loads of people on this site who have driving phobias.
Im sure this site will be a huge help to you.
Take care
LYNN xx
KrazyKaz07
06-09-07, 08:59
Hello Dale and :welcome:
Hi
Welcome to the forum, you will get a lot of good advice here and make some new friends
Take care
Trac xxx
nomorepanic
06-09-07, 17:32
Hi Dale
:welcome: and lovely to see you here.
I too have problems with driving - have a read of the Common Posts thread and you will find loads of links under there to read.
honeybee3939
06-09-07, 19:38
Hi Dale
Welcome to NMP, its lovely to see you here, im sure you will get some great advice, support and make new friends too.:)
Love
:hugs:
Andrea
xxxxxx
Hi Dale and :welcome:
You'll get loads of advice and support here while making new friends along the way.
Take care,
Mike :)
Southern_Belle
08-09-07, 20:09
Hi Dale,
Welcome to the site. I have also had anxiety forever! You will find many who feel like you do and will get tips for driving.
Hugs,
Laura
Hi Dale,i To Suffer From Panic Whilst Driving,soooo Scarey.my Attacks Started In The Car,and Everyday Im Reluctant To Get Behind The Wheel,although I Do,sounds Stupid But I Turn Up The Radio,open The Window And Keep My Hand Out In The Air???? Also Make Landmarks In My Mind.......like If I Make It To The School,then The Store,traffic Lights Etc,it Makes The Journey Easier....for Me Anyway,hope That Helps,good Luck!!
Hi Dale,
A big warm welcome to you. xx
Hiya Dale,
Welcome to the board!
I too have find panic is worse when driving alone, it has been my biggest challenge to overcome. I'm sure you will find many like-minded people here to speak to : ) xx
groovygranny
12-09-07, 22:19
Hello Dale :welcome:to you!
I'm 52 and only recently found that I'd been experiencing anxiety and panic for most of my life - and didn't even know it!
You'll find plenty of help and support here!
Pleased to meet you!
:flowers:
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