If you're dealing with a fear of driving, especially when the road stretches into the distance, and your hands tighten around the wheel, you're far from alone. That first moment — turning the key, ...

Overcome driving stress with these tips: start small, practice relaxing, drive with support, set goals, challenge negativity, & consider pro help if needed. Overcoming driving anxiety is a journey.

Michael Frank has been writing and editing car and motorcycle coverage for the past two decades. His outlets have included Forbes, Coolhunting, The Wall Street Journal, Car & Driver, Road & Track, The ...

Nearly one in five people in the United States have an anxiety disorder, and driving anxiety often overlaps with these broader mental health patterns. Research shows that driving for extended periods ...

Situations that are hard to escape from are fertile ground for anxiety and panic to develop. Not surprisingly, driving is one of the most common situations that trigger panic. Bridges and tunnels, in ...

I live in New Jersey, where it would be a significant understatement to say that driving can be challenging and chaotic. We have a lot of highways, and traveling in certain areas can feel overwhelming ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m 32 years old, and I still don’t have my driver’s license. This has always been a sensitive issue for me, and while I know it’s unusual at my age, I just don’t feel comfortable ...

Each week, Prudence asks readers for their thoughts on the letters she’s received. Her reply will be available every Friday only for Slate Plus members. Re Cowering Behind the Wheel: I’m a fellow late ...

Checking the back seat before driving away isn't random. Women who do it usually have clear, practical reasons rooted in ...