Why is highway anxiety worsening and how can I manage it?

[VioletGP]

My - anxiety is getting worse about driving on highways || My - anxiety about highway driving has gotten a lot worse over the last few months. I used to be fine, but now my heart starts racing and I feel dizzy just thinking about merging. I have to take longer backroad routes everywhere. I tried listening to calming music but it doesn't really help. I feel like I'm losing my independence and it's really frustrating.

[Joshua_J]

anxiety relief, anxiety symptoms, cognitive behavioral therapy || Sudden_change: highway driving has become terrifying for me over the last few months; my heart races, I feel dizzy, and merging triggers a wave of fear I can't shake. I avoid highways and stick to backroads, which is eating into my independence. I’ve tried music and deep breathing with little help. Has anyone found a CBT plan or other strategies that actually work for highway anxiety? anxiety relief, anxiety symptoms, cognitive behavioral therapy