YES! It is most definitely a thing – and you are not alone.

For many people driving can feel quite overwhelming. It may lead to the learner driver feeling a heightened sense of anxiety producing faster heart rates, sweating, shakes and an inability to make decisions. 

It is important for the instructor to recognise driver anxiety and adjust or structure lessons accordingly to assist the learner to overcome these obstacles when learning to drive.

In addition to being a qualified driving instructor I have a Bachelor Arts (Hons) with a major in Psychology. I have previous vocational experience in the area drug, alcohol, mental health and youth services. I have the ability to recognize Driver Anxiety and some tools to help you.