A little while ago I finally realised I suffered from Panic Attacks whilst on the motorway or a dual carriageway. I think because I feel trapped and theres no easy escape or stoppage place.
As a teenager I used to feel sick all the time, which now I put down to anxiety and hormones, and developed a phobia about this as well.
I started to see a psychotherapist a couple of years ago about the driving thing and we've come a long way - although Motorways and Big A roads are still a major problem. But just recently I've started to get my fear of being sick when I'm out and about back, and I'm dreading telling my therapist, but I will as he's really good.
I am a strong person and fairly confident, but I was a born worrier, and had overprotective parents.
I've so far got by using the relaxation techniques and had no medication which I'm quite pleased about, and I actually tell people that I get panic attacks - like the dentist etc. and I don't feel embarrassed by them anymore.
Has anyone else had a similar phobia and how are you progressing with treatment?