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interesting reaction to stress

JDancer
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Just returned from a road trip to Georgia. The first day of driving was a bit stressful for DH. Slowed traffic, confusion about directions, etc. Each time a CD ended, every 40 minutes, I had to remind him how to eject it, for the entire 10 hours. No such problems on the way home, when he was more relaxed. I found that interesting

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  • David J
    David J Member Posts: 479
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    Stress and anxiety make my DW unable to comprehend and follow simple direction. When she is calm, she will be able to do things on her own, but when upset she seems incapable of anything.

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