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I'm unable to drive by myself in fear of having a panic attack 😔

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Raggedy-Ann

I am afraid to drive in the city. Occasionally I panic. I pull over, park somewhere until I think I can safely continue. (someone hit me from behind hard) Start driving everyday- around the block, then two blocks... Go slow, focus but relax. Try to slay that fear or move to a place where you can walk to the store, coffee shop... Or take the bus it is good to be in the presence of other people. fingers crossed.

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litethatnevergoesout in reply to Raggedy-Ann

Rolling the dice on public transportation your fear of driving will be replaced by a fear of sitting in urine or constantly being bothered by someone selling stolen goods.

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secrets22

I know the feeling. I drive, albeit only within 3/4 miles of my town, I loathe it and have become terribly nervous of venturing far. This has become far worse over the past 2 years, when before i was happy to drive into Bristol and any large town. I have missed out on several social events due to this overwhelming fear.

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gettingsomewhere in reply to secrets22

Bristol is very busy so I know what you mean!

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hypercat54

Why do you miss coffee luna? Can't afford it?

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gettingsomewhere in reply to hypercat54

Thanks for alerting us!

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hypercat54 in reply to gettingsomewhere

You are welcome lol

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