Agoraphobia Learning Center

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Agoraphobia is fear of being in places where help might not be available, and is usually manifested by fear of crowds, bridges, or of being outside alone.

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Symptoms
Fear of being alone; Fear of losing control in a public place; Fear of being in places where escape might be difficul...
Causes
Agoraphobia often accompanies another anxiety disorder, such as panic disorder or a specific phobia. If it occurs wit...
Tests
The individual may have a history of phobias, or family, friends, or the affected person may tell the health care pro...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to help the phobic person function effectively. The success of treatment usually depends upo...
Drugs
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear related to being in situations from which escape mig...
Alternative Therapies
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear related to being in situations from which escape mig...
Complications
Some phobias may affect job performance or social functioning.
Prevention
As with other panic disorders, prevention may not be possible. Early intervention may reduce the severity of the cond...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms suggestive of agoraphobia develop.

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