Get Awful Panic And Anxiety Attacks While Driving. What Do I Need To Do?

Posted on Thu, 8 Aug 2013

Question: I can no longer drive my car on the highway. I get aweful panic/ anxiety attacks. what do I need to do so I don't have to take the back roads for ever. ?
When I was younger I could drive anywhere. But over time it has got much worse. my family has a history of panic / anxiety attacks.

Answered by Dr. Monika Choudhary (2 hours later)

Hi XXXXX
Welcome to healthcare Magic!
Anxiety and panic attack are the continuum of the same disease spectrum. You should get evaluation by a local psychiatrist he will know suitable antianxiety medicine regimen to comfort you.
After two weeks on treatment you will be able to drive like you could do in past.
I hope the advise would be informative and useful for you.
Take Care!

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar