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moca
06-04-2004 @ 9:59 AM                           Reply to this Discussion  
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hi everyone,

This weekend I have to attend a formal gathering and it's out of town. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to survive the long car ride without having a panic attack.

bygrace
06-05-2004 @ 4:25 AM                           Reply to this Discussion  
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I have to take Xanax.  Car rides don't really get me too much, as do the thoughts of plane rides.  And small places..closed in, like going to the movies. I literally have to get up, walk around. Try some short breaks on the way to breathe some fresh air and clear your mind. Good luck!

moca
06-05-2004 @ 8:53 AM                           Reply to this Discussion  
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hay grace,
thanks for the support. I survived the car ride.

Pekka_FIN
06-29-2004 @ 8:34 AM                           Reply to this Discussion  
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Hey.

I realize it's an old thread, but I guess people go through these threads anyway - without replying.

I hate long drives, I get really anxious - especially if I'm driving to a place I've never been before.
I usually just hold this thought in my head while driving:
"Ok, so if I start feeling panicky, I can always just pull over, sit down with the door open, and let the panic pass"
That keeps me pretty calm, as I know that the attacks always go away anyway, it's just a matter of minutes.

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