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Extreme fear if bridges

Posted: Jan 25, 2011

I have an extreme fear of bridges which keeps me from venturing anywhere there's a bridge. Even freeway overpasses affect me in a similar manner. Others either laugh or get annoyed with me, but I'd give anything to not feel this way, to just be like everyone else. Does anyone have this problem?

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I mean \"of\" bridges - ar

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Don't you hate it when you submit a typo!

Bridges - sheepwhisperer

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I too have a fear of bridges. Unfortunately, I live where Illinios, Missouri and Iowa meet (about 5 miles from the Mississippi) so I have no choice but to cross it on a pretty regular basis. The bridge I have to cross is a swing-span bridge which means when there is barge traffic, the bridge swings open to let them through which leaves you sitting on there while it opens and closes which can be at least 15 minutes if not longer. Even after all of the years living here, my heart still beats fast and I get really anxious when I cross the bridge, especially if I get caught on it for a barge. I have a recurring dream that the bridge collapses and I end up in the river; I have had this dream for years and more often than I can count. Just wanted to let you know you are not alone, I can totally relate!

terrified of bridges - cindy

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I have been afraid of bridges for as long as I can remember but only high ones. It is really a fear of height more than bridges, but a lot of bridges are really high up. I live near the Bay Bridge and can not drive over it, I can't even keep my eyes open and usually you have to pry the toll out of my fingers if I am holding it for the driver. I also have extreme claustrophobia, both to the point that if I am watching a movie that has people is tight spots, such as those cave movies or height places, I start to hyperventilate. So, no you are not alone.

I live near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and - had extreme fear S/M

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of driving over it. Even as a passenger, it was tough. My mother moved near Rehobeth Beach, which was over this bridge, and she got cancer. At this point, I had to drive over that bridge frequently. This is what I did. I stayed in the far right lane (3 lanes) so I did not have the extra pressure of faster drivers in the far left lane and also avoided cars on both sides of me in the middle lane. I started singing one of my favorite rock songs as I crossed. I kept my eyes straight ahead, did not look to the right at the water. I took deep breaths as I headed to the high point of the bridge. I almost put myself into a "trance" with the singing, not letting my mind wander to where I really was. This actually worked for me. If you have a favorite CD, maybe you could have that ready to play and try singing along. :) Hope this helps.

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