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Tips For Getting Behind The Wheel After A Serious Car Accident

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Being involved in a serious car accident can be traumatizing and profoundly impact one’s confidence in driving. If you were in a serious car accident, you might feel scared and anxious whenever you think about getting behind the wheel. It may take time for you to return to a place where you feel calm and confident behind the wheel. With hundreds of thousands of traffic crashes happening in Florida every year, it is best to be cautious with driving. However, because driving is a crucial part of our everyday lives, you should not let an accident prevent you from getting behind the wheel and driving to work, school, the hospital, or any other place you need to go to. Below, we have compiled a list of tips for getting behind the wheel after a serious car accident.

Tip #1: Talk About It With Family and Friends

It may be helpful to talk to your family and friends about how your accident makes you feel. If you talk about your experience, it can help reduce anxiety and fear and prevent unpleasant thoughts. Also, when you talk to your family and friends, you make them aware of your fears and allow them to determine how they can help.

Tip #2: Start as a Passenger

Before you get behind the wheel after a serious car accident, it may be a good idea to let a trusted family member or friend drive you around for some time. That way, you can get used to being inside a car again without the pressure of driving.

Tip #3: Drive With Another Driver for a While

During the first weeks or months of you getting back behind the wheel, bring another driver into the car. Having another driver in the vehicle can make you feel safer, knowing there is an alternative if you feel it is too much for you to handle. The amount of time you’ll need to drive with another driver in the car will depend on how long it takes you to feel confident behind the wheel.

Tip #4: Start With Short Drives

When you start driving again, it may be best to start with short drives. For instance, take short drives to and from the grocery store. Short drives are a good way of easing into driving.

Tip #5 Consider Taking a Defensive Driving Course

Defensive driving is a style of driving that uses several techniques and tactics to keep you and all other road users safe. By taking this driving course, you will learn how to reduce the risk of being in a crash, which can boost your confidence.

Tip #6: Consult a Therapist

Finally, speaking to a therapist can help you overcome your driving anxiety. You should not feel embarrassed about seeking professional help. Depending on the severity of your anxiety, a psychologist may prescribe medication that can enable you to manage your anxiety.

Contact Us To Discuss Your Car Accident Case

If you suffered severe injuries in a Florida car accident because of another party’s negligence, you might be eligible to recover compensation from the at-fault party. Our Orlando personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm are here for you. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the Tampa, Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Bradenton, Daytona Beach, Ocala, and West Palm Beach areas.

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flhsmv.gov/traffic-crash-reports/crash-dashboard/

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