The Unseen Consequences of a Car Accident - Mental Trauma

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  • @carolinejeanaguilar
    @carolinejeanaguilar 2 роки тому +60

    I’m upset that this video doesn’t have more interaction. I was in a car accident three days ago exactly how you explained. I was delivering food for my job, my light turned green, I was making a left and he just ran straight into. The car was totaled and it was my boyfriends, I hit another car but she took off. I’m physically okay just minor scratches and a big ole bruise from the airbag and seat belt. But the emotional stress and ptsd is really bad. Everyone keeps telling me I’m okay because I’m alive which I clearly know but I’m still shaken and scared and anxious. I’m not sure how to describe the feeling. Thank you for this, very reassuring and helpful.

    • @lovelylibra7349
      @lovelylibra7349 Рік тому +2

      Sorry to hear that … I feel the same 😢

    • @mikeclips3323
      @mikeclips3323 Рік тому +5

      hey the same thing happened to me last night. i was delivering food for doordash on my last delivery till i came home. i’m driving the light for me to turn left goes green and i go but midway through i see lights in my peripheral vision so i look to the right and i see headlights flying towards me. at this point i’m in the middle of the intersection and i get t-boned. i like to think i’m very strong mentally but fuck even thinking abt it and trying to remember what happened i just remember me looking to my right and i was terrified i knew i was gonna get hit, i screamed like a bitch i’ve never done that before. i just feel so weird right now like i’m not alive idk how to describe it, both me and the other driver were with minor injuries but i feel so weird mentally like i have ptsd or some shit. i can’t believe this shit

    • @4display4display
      @4display4display Рік тому +3

      @@mikeclips3323i’m so glad seeing this the exact same thing happened to me last night turning left and I fractured my jaw but emotionally you explained it perfectly seeing them come straight to you it’s so scary getting back into a car

    • @mikeclips3323
      @mikeclips3323 Рік тому

      @@4display4display hey, i’m glad i could help, trust me it gets better after a few days don’t even worry. right now it may seem like your world is falling in front of you and you are just a spectator unable to do anything but watch it all unfold. but aslong as you can get yourself back to normal, going to work, the gym whatever it is that makes you happy. You will be surprised how fast you can feel better! i’m glad i could help you’re always free to messgae me and i’ll reply! stay safe and i hope you feel better soon ❤️

    • @just.a.guy324
      @just.a.guy324 7 місяців тому

      Exactly. Idk how fast yours was but it feels like being in an explosion. You can feel it in your body even after it happens…

  • @Jan96106
    @Jan96106 Рік тому +16

    I'm glad this video talks about the mental aspects of a car accident. And what makes the situation worse is all the institutions involved re-victimize the innocent driver: the auto insurance company, the health insurance company, the court system. There is no help and no justice to be found with any of these. One gets a first-hand look at an extremely flawed justice system that allows drivers to ruin people's lives and property with impunity. One learns that all that is important for the auto insurance company is the bottom line, and how utterly false all those commercials are: You're in good hands with Allstate. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. All ridiculous. All total lies. And one learns that one's health insurance is working on behalf of the auto insurance company to deny you access to medical care even though they don't want to be bothered to go after the auto insurance company for money. I had to do so much rapid reading and learning to deal poorly with all these institutions. It consumed so much of my time, I had trouble doing my job and got behind on my work. Moreover, my accident taught me that I only have a small support system. I was thankful for the few people who initially listened to me, but it was clear they soon got tired of my constant focus on all the problems I was experiencing with insurance and courts. I was initially afraid to drive, but I had to, so I eventually got over my fear. But when I first saw the movie Rememory not long after the accident, a movie focused on a fatal car accident the main character has, I viscerally experienced the car crash scene in the movie, even though my accident was not as serious. I could not understand how all the drivers around me could drive so recklessly, so impulsively. How could they blind themselves to the serious potential consequences of their rash actions? It has been over three months, but I am still trying to get my health insurance straightened out, even though the auto insurance achieved their goal of keeping me from the doctor, and I only went to one appointment when the pain was so bad, and I got frightened. It was a waste of my time and money and has since caused me all kinds of problems. I learned nothing from the appointment and should have listened to my inner voice not to go. I refused addition treatment, and I'm glad I did, or I'd be burdened with large bills I'd have trouble paying. Currently, I may have an infected toe (not from the accident) that I'm unable to seek medical treatment for because the auto insurance company has highjacked my health insurance and my primary health insurance is calling themselves secondary on all my claims. Thanks again for this video. This is the first I've seen anyone mention this topic.

  • @nickreed3047
    @nickreed3047 10 місяців тому +12

    2 days ago I caused a car accident. It was my fault. Wasn’t paying close enough attention and I made an impulsive decision at an intersection that wrecked the $13k car my mom bought me after only 4 months of having it. I feel extraordinarily guilty and ashamed. I’m going to start seeing a therapist, but I’m really worried that she won’t be able to help. I made a huge mistake at the expense of my mother who has already don’t countless things for me.

    • @nickreed3047
      @nickreed3047 10 місяців тому

      *already done

    • @BlastyMineman
      @BlastyMineman 8 місяців тому +2

      Hey there, my situation is basically the same as yours. A week ago I got confused with the headlights (confused which is left and which is forward) and then phased out due to being sure nothing was wrong which ended up making me pass an intersection with red light. I ended up hitting 2 cops on motorcycles and I also wrecked my 10 month old $26k car my parents bought me. The cops are fine and so am I and everyone tells me I'm lucky me and the cops are alive and fine with no serious injuries but I don't think I'm worth it. It was a mistake 100% on my end and my parents are already telling me they'll get me a new car and I just think I don't deserve it after wrecking a brand new $26k car my parents spent so much of their time and effort to buy. Thankfully I have mixed insurance so it's not that bad but my point is I feel like I haven't been punished for my crime despite having paid the fine and having my license removed.
      My friends are very big car enthusiasts and they think I should not drive ever again, which has made me question how much they actually are my friends or if they're actually right.
      So my question here is, did you end up seeing a therapist? And did it help you? I'd love to know, and if you still struggle with this I hope all goes well for you eventually.

    • @14spokenwords
      @14spokenwords 2 місяці тому

      OMG I'm in the same situation and I'm middle aged. But also on top of everything I have a good support system. I'm not looking forward to the consequences but I stand ready to take accountability for my actions.

    • @ellareese
      @ellareese 2 місяці тому +1

      October 9th I got into an accident that I caused as well. I made a left turn at a solid green light and basically failed to yield to oncoming traffic. I was leaving a work meeting and a bunch of my coworkers take the same route home so they witnessed it. It was dark and this was the first time I’d driven this particular route. This huge pick up truck hit my car and rolled over it. My car was totaled. My parents had bought it for me on my 17th birthday and I think it was a little over $20k. I totally understand your situation and it makes me feel better that you feel similarly. It’s especially hard when you know it was your fault and it could’ve been so preventable. There’s so much mental weight that comes with it, I think about it everyday and it’s not something I can just move on from. I’m a senior in high school so one of the biggest challenges is just the concept that I’ve taken steps backwards. I painted a parking spot and was so excited that I was finally driving with that ounce of independence and freedom so for it to just be stripped away from me has been a lot to handle. It’s also so difficult to see the stress it’s caused my parents financially. Luckily we have insurance that covered the damage from the accident, but the insurance prices itself have sky rocketed and it sucks. I have to have my friends and parents drive me around now and I hate it haha. The feeling that you’ve disappointed yourself and others is one of the worst feeling and it sucks that myself and many others have to go through it.

  • @vazzovisuals5362
    @vazzovisuals5362 11 місяців тому +3

    More people need to see this! I feel like if I share it to friends, they will think I'm looking for attention

  • @kayya23
    @kayya23 Рік тому +11

    Just got hit badly the other day and I've never been this depressed in my life. All I can do is pray and to go to my appointments

    • @RamosLawFirm
      @RamosLawFirm  Рік тому +1

      We are sorry to hear about what happened! Ramos Law wishes you all the best in your recovery ❤️

    • @zhannamatviychuk
      @zhannamatviychuk 7 місяців тому

      Same. 2 months post accident and same…

    • @just.a.guy324
      @just.a.guy324 7 місяців тому

      It gets better brother. Just keep fighting. It sucks really bad but it gets a little better every day

  • @HoaxManTheOne
    @HoaxManTheOne 10 місяців тому +4

    thank you. i was in a very small accident but it really shook me up. very happy to see such understanding professionals

  • @dlabeth
    @dlabeth 8 місяців тому +2

    I had a two wheeler accident a month ago. Just finished my studies and internship and landed my first job the 1st month itself. On the way to my first job, My two wheeler slipped and crashed although i didn't hit anyone but i sustained fractures in my shoulder and foot both of the same side. I'm a weight llifter and an athlete but knowing i might never be able to lift again or run again scares me and i hate being stagnant in this immobilization period and watching the world carry on without me being a part of it anymore. Everytime I'm in the car on the road the traumatic events of what caused all this flashes back into my memory and it hurts that i could've done things differently to avoid what happened. That's when i realize i might be having PTSD

  • @jennsweeney2305
    @jennsweeney2305 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for getting this information out there because as is said in other comments this is not something people often taken to consideration it's usually only about the loss of the car and makes things way worse when there's somebody injured other than yourself or more than injured and it's traumatic and more people need this information so thank you

  • @1972achin
    @1972achin Рік тому +9

    Sooooo true. I don't sleep at night even after two years. I pray for death daily. I have relived my accident every single day. I pretend to the world I am okay but I am slipping away daily. I cry everyday before I have to go to work, because I have to drive. I am 100% sure now that I am going to die in an accident so I freeze up at the thought of driving to go ANYWHERE. The day I had my surgery I prayed not to wake up from it. I cannot tell anyone how much mistakes that I make at work and then I have to buy money orders for monies that I collected short on a file so my boss does not find out. I cannot concentrate at work. I am at the ledge and I can feel myself slipping daily. I function in Public but at night and when I am in the bathroom I sit and cry begging God to take me from the torment that I am living.

    • @999timepass
      @999timepass 10 місяців тому +4

      Praying for you. You will be fine. It is 12 years for me since the accident. Short term memory loss. Clearing the clutter in my room is a huge task. Also, insomnia and anxiety. God be with you.

    • @1972achin
      @1972achin 10 місяців тому +1

      @@999timepass
      My God it's the same for me. The shirt term memory loss. I was asked to take out the mail at my job on Friday and never did so. It's so frustrating these daily battles.

    • @Miguelmpda
      @Miguelmpda Місяць тому

      So sorry.
      Please go to catolic church and Jesus will heal you.
      Go to the eucarist

  • @TB-wj2ve
    @TB-wj2ve Рік тому +1

    Had the entire left side of my face pulverized in my jeep wreck. I developed high anxiety, agitation, and forgetfulness.. It's changed my interactions drastically and people keep telling me there's nothing wrong with me or I should get over it. Seeing this gives me some relief knowing it's not just in my head...

    • @RamosLawFirm
      @RamosLawFirm  Рік тому

      We are so sorry to hear about your accident and wish you the best wishes in your healing journey! We are glad our video could provide you what you needed ♥

  • @JamesBrown-bm1tz
    @JamesBrown-bm1tz Рік тому +4

    Thank you thank you thank you thank you

  • @JaweedNasiry
    @JaweedNasiry Рік тому +7

    I am really afraid to travel after the car accident, how can I cope with this situation?

    • @RamosLawFirm
      @RamosLawFirm  Рік тому +1

      I’m so very sorry to hear that you are experiencing travel anxiety following your accident. Unfortunately, that is all too common. This is NOT ONLY because of the emotional distress that occurs from such an incident, but it can also occur due to a physical injury to the brain.
      It’s important that you get a thorough evaluation of your condition so you can find the best solution/s. I’d recommend seeing your medical doctor and/or chiropractor to get a baseline, then likely a referral to a mental health specialist who deals with post-traumatic stress. You may also need a referral to a neurologist or neuropsychologist, depending on what you are experiencing and exhibiting right now.
      I wish I could offer more specific advice, but it’s really important that you get a quality evaluation done by a medical professional.
      Best of luck, and know we are sending healing thoughts your way.
      Dr. Jim Hoven & Ramos Law

  • @s.k5691
    @s.k5691 8 місяців тому +2

    I got into a small car accident yesterday. No one got injured thankfully, the other driver was nice too and we resolved the problems but I can't help but feel awful and scared.
    I'm constantly overthinking abt how things happened, what could have I done to prevent the accident from happening and so on...
    Right now I don't rlly want to drive anymore which makes me sad too cuz it was a big dream of mine
    Everyone around me including the other driver from the accident told me that I shouldn't give up on driving, that this was a minor car crash and it's not a big deal but I tend to overthink and just wonder what if it happens again someday and its more severe.
    Because in my situation I did what I could, I stopped, looked if there r other cars, there were none and I proceeded to enter the roundabout and suddenly I see a car next to me, the next moment it was in front of me and I crashed into the side doors.
    It wasn't a strong crash, the damages aren't big either but I feel awful nd can't stop thinking what did I do wrong and why did this have to happen.
    My mom was in the car w me when this happened and she too said there were no cars when i entered the roundabout although others who werent there just tell me that i shouldn't lie and admit that i didnt look before i entered and that there was in fact a car. But thats exactly what happened, it was empty and suddenly a car appeared next to me, it was surreal

    • @Rebecca.xoxoxo
      @Rebecca.xoxoxo 3 дні тому

      This happens all the time to me too. One second you check for a car and don’t see one, next they’re right next to you. Like WHERE tf did you come from?! I love driving, but i hate driving on the road with others. I will probably move to a place where public transportation is good. Instead of south Florida with millions of cars

  • @CraftisfromEquestrianKanto
    @CraftisfromEquestrianKanto 11 місяців тому

    in july last year i totalled my only vehicle i had in a drug psychosis and no one will ever understand the mental battle i went thru and what i seen in the hospital

  • @spritisenses
    @spritisenses 29 днів тому

    I was in a bad accident 5 years ago. And haven't felt mentally right or since right since then. I wasn't taken to the hospital, told to sleep it off after i hit a rail road pole at 60 breaking it flipping 3 times down a hill on wet exposed wires. Luckily I wasnr struck. But I'm incredibly hurt they my parents never took my to get checked. And gaslight me when I alert them of my now issues

    • @RamosLawFirm
      @RamosLawFirm  7 днів тому

      I am so sorry to hear this. You definitely should have gotten checked, and should even now to rule out any prolonged injuries.

  • @Lifewithjaidee
    @Lifewithjaidee Рік тому

    I can’t make this up , this video was for me . Was in a accident yesterday I’m very sore and feel as if I have a concussion. Usually don’t share with others ….

  • @seciliakiptoo9539
    @seciliakiptoo9539 4 місяці тому

    Thank you very much

  • @Soccerexgaming
    @Soccerexgaming 10 місяців тому

    Getting in a car crash is no joke take care and make sure to get checked if u had any type of head trauma not just from a car accident.

  • @darrend2035
    @darrend2035 5 місяців тому +1

    I think I’ve finally found the root cause of some of my issues
    I was in a bad street racing accident when I flew off the road doing over 120mph , I survived , I’m walking and got out very quickly
    But something triggered me , and it’s like it happened I guess what I’m saying can this cause PTSD ?

  • @Braidedheart
    @Braidedheart Місяць тому

    On November 26th I accidentally rearended someone at a red light going 30-35. I was delivering Door Dashing. I went to the ER feeling chest pain and some neck pain.
    Physically I am not longer in pain but my balance has gotten a little worse but what I am wondering is...
    I am going through PTSD if my brain keeps recalling the crash? I can still hear the accident, feel my car slam into the other person's.
    I learned that another person was involved but no other injuries reported.
    Mine were minor but I am worried that I am still going through mental trauma.
    I cany watch a TV show with a car crash anymore..
    My Grandma gave me the car too as a gift.

  • @narxzios2423
    @narxzios2423 Рік тому

    I was in a car accident without a searbelt and left without a scratch, it was the day of my birthday (it was today). It was my sister that drove into it, she wanted to drive me to basketball practice and then it happened

  • @comments.cuestionsandconcerns

    thanks.

  • @brandiwalthall269
    @brandiwalthall269 Рік тому

    Bless you

  • @BrightlyMoonlit
    @BrightlyMoonlit 10 місяців тому +1

    I'm in my early teens and I was in a minor car accident as a front seat passenger two weeks ago
    I trust my parents and even my grandmother who was the one driving when we got into the accident
    But I no longer want to sit in the front anymore because I feel unsafe, like we're going to go BOOM! Into a car again as soon as we hit the road
    It really does feel like my world got turned upside down
    Like that invincibility I used to feel is just gone
    (No one got hurt besides the minor bruise I got from the seatbelt and airbag)

  • @Soniphex
    @Soniphex Рік тому +1

    I got looked at sideways by my in laws because I wouldnt get into a the car without a working seatbelt.
    They really dont understand what its like finding your driver in the bushes 30 feet away from the car.
    I dont care if im not the one sitting in the seat.. That person automatically becomes a missile hazard.