Should i take anxiety pills or wait?

Question

so I’m a new driver, and I get really nervous when driving in unfamiliar areas. 
I know a lot of new drivers are usually nervous but I feel like my level of nervousness isn’t normal. I’ve heard taking anxiety pills can worsen the anxiety, so idk if I should try it 🤔

Answer

You need to consult your doctor.

Answer

I’m the exact same way. Driving literally gives me panic attacks, and several times it’s gotten so bad I’ve stopped driving for a year or more! I’d recommend meeting with a therapist who specializes in anxiety. They’ll be able to try out different coping mechanisms with you like visualizations, breathing exercises, or even meditations. And they can also help point you in the direction of a medication, if it would be a good fit for you. In the meantime, what’s helped me drive when I do feel up to it, is to always have a plan. I’ll look up where im going on google maps with the satellite feature. And then I’ll visualize myself driving the route. It makes it feel like I’ve driven there before even if I haven’t. If you can replay yourself driving over and over again in your head, it kinda tricks you into relaxing a little

Should i take anxiety pills or wait?

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