Hi.. I have a problem with driving... everytime i have to go somewhere, or when some1 asks me to pick them up etc, i get scared, nd when im driving i get so overwhelmed by all the cars, and i it makes me nervous, nd i feel like sthg bad is gonna happen.. Ok when i was a first began to drive, i thought the fear is normal, and with time it will go away, but its been 2yrs, and its getting worse..... i hate the fear nd sometimes i feel that i will get hurt if i get so overwhelmed and nervous when driving..... i dont know wat to do..... i need help
2006-12-07 05:07:18 · 8 answers · asked by carine 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
There are two options you can take. The one I recommend is you see a driving instructor, let them know you know how to drive, but your just not comfortable driving. Once you explain to them your situation, have them ride with you for a couple of sessions, and help you become more confident behind the wheel. The second option, would be to see a therapist and talk to him/her about your problem, he/she my have some advice on how to cope.
Best of luck, and stay alert on the road.
2006-12-07 05:15:14 · answer #1 · answered by Dragon Breath 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
So you've been driving for 2years? How old are you? Maybe you need a refreasher course on driving so you will feel more confident about your driving skills.
Im like the total opposite. I can NOT be a passenger in a car. I HAVE to be the driver. lol
2006-12-07 13:13:56 · answer #2 · answered by Kandy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can relate. I was terrified of driving for a long time, because I almost died in a car accident three years ago. I was always nervous that someone would run the light, pull out of nowhere or do somethng to cause an accident. I learned to drive deffensively and gained confidence in my own driving, and it made me feel safer driving. I reccomend you learn to drive defensively.
2006-12-07 13:11:43 · answer #3 · answered by Lachelle 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You've developed a phobia you need to work yourself out of. It takes time and effort, but hypnosis or self-hypnosis works. Your rational brain knows it's silly to be fearful, but your subconscious doesn't have logical thought, so it's stuck on associating fear with driving. But it's 1000% all in your head and you can overcome it.
Overcome Fear of Driving
http://www.hypnosisdownloads.com/downloads/phobias_fears/fear-driving.html
2006-12-07 13:11:33 · answer #4 · answered by Violet Pearl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well when you are driving you really need to try to relax! It would probably help you to put on a favorite CD that you like and turn it up! That might relax you on the road Little more!
2006-12-07 13:12:14 · answer #5 · answered by ~*Sweet Pea*~ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to face your fear,honey.Have faith.Nothing will happen to you.Take deep calming breaths everytime u feel overwhelmed by the other cars and u'll be alright.
2006-12-07 13:17:50 · answer #6 · answered by camy_lavy 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Get over it. So many people have to drive. Let me tell you, my friend's sister is 23 and does not have her driver's license yet... and it's hell for her. She walks to work and depends on her dad to pick her up. Is that how you want to live? With no freedom?
2006-12-07 13:10:49 · answer #7 · answered by nickie_p 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
women shouldn't be allowed to drive.
you know this unconsciously which is the reason for your fear.
2006-12-07 13:16:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋