The 'crashback' effects of a car crash

Being involved in a car crash can be a terrifying experience, especially if you sustain personal injuries in the incident. Many people find that they are shaken up by even a minor collision and suffer both mentally and physically because of it.

If you have been in a car crash, you may well be reluctant to get back in the car, even after you have recovered from the cuts, bruises or other physical injuries. As well as feeling reluctant to drive again, you may be anxious about driving and experience nightmares about your car crash.

It is estimated that as many as eight million people are currently suffering from these symptoms in the UK, and the problem is so common that researchers from More Than insurance have given it its own name: 'crashback'.

Crashback
According to the crashback study by the car insurance company, it is a condition that affects more than 40% of people who have been involved in car crashes. At its most simple level, it is characterised by a nervousness or anxiety behind the wheel; feelings which may also filter into, other, unrelated aspects of life.

Whilst some may say that it is perfectly natural to feel worried about getting into the driving seat again for the first few times after recovering from a car crash, those suffering from crashback may still be feeling anxious and uncomfortable when driving for as many as five years after their road traffic accident.

More Than advises those who are suffering from the emotional effects of a car crash to take their time when getting back behind the wheel and plan short, manageable journeys first of all to ease themselves back into it. It advises those who continue to experience persistent crashback symptoms to consult their GP.

Personal injury compensation after a car crash
If you have suffered personal injury in a car crash that was not your fault, you may be able to make a no win, no fee claim against the person who caused that accident. YouClaim is here to make that process easier.

We have a panel of leading personal injury solicitors who have specialist knowledge of car crash claims, have an excellent success rate and who are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. They all work on a no win, no fee basis and ensure that you will not be responsible for any costs and fees, no matter what the outcome of your claim.

To take the first step towards car crash compensation, please telephone us free on 0800 10 757 95. Alternatively, you can chat to us privately online via e-chat, or fill in a call-back request form.