To answer car ride question: We got my 11 yr Son a laptop last year and showed him maps and gps driving directions to places. He still likes to go on car rides but not as much.

E needed car rides when she was younger to calm down. She just felt better after them. It was just once a day though for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Have you tried to give her more options to calm down? Sensory play? Swing? She probably needs motion. Shown her videos of car rides? While she sits in a rocking chair? Have you tried bringing her car seat inside and letting her sit in it? While she watches tv?

Good morning! Have you tried a picture schedule of when car rides will be during the daily routine?

Thank you and for responding. Yes, she has terrible anxiety. She is on a med, but it doesn't seem to be helping that issue much. She doesn't like TV shows, but has enjoyed music on YouTube for a very long time. Do you think she needs more coping mechanisms? I do feel the actual movement of the car ride helps her. She has stomach issues. The problem is that even when her stomach is fine, she still wants to go on them an excessive amount.

Yes, I understand. There's definitely terrible OCD going on too. We have tried her on so many meds and she's had terrible side effects. I definitely don't feel her her current med is helping issues enough. I'm glad the Prozac helped your daughter. Mine didn't do well on it, unfortunately. Thanks!