Driving anxiety describes excessive, irrational fear people develop while in a vehicle (as drivers or passengers). Also known as amaxophobia, motorphobia or amaxophobia, driving anxiety comes with a more intense fear than the fear resulting from general stress or anxiety. This means it can affect your daily activities or reduce the quality of your life if ignored.
Why So Many People Experience It
Driving attacks are common among people;
- who feel they are not excellent drivers
- with a history of car accidents
- who lost their loved on through an accident
- who watch TV shows with bad car accidents
- who fear heavy traffic
How to Navigate Driving Anxiety
Know Your Triggers
People experience driving anxiety for different reasons. Is the source of your driving anxiety that television show with a bad car accident or recent car crash you or your loved experienced? If the answer is yes, getting rid of that memory can help you move around driving anxiety.
Focus on the Journey
Most people involved in long distance driving or driving to new place tend to fear something bad might happen along the way. As a qualified psychologist, I advise that don’t let those scariest imaginations control you. Stay focused on the journey and observe safe driving practices.
Seek Professional Help
On top of the aforementioned tips, you may want to seek help from qualified mental health experts. Mental health professionals (think: therapists) will recommend safe and effective treatments for driving anxiety including psychotherapy, medications and support groups.
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