Agoraphobia is a disorder that develops
when a person begins to avoid situations associated with anxiety.
Agoraphobia
arises from an anxiety condition that has become so intense that
the person suffering is afraid to go places, or to do anything
where a episode of panic has happended in the past.
A person with Agoraphobia may fear having an anxiety attack, losing control,
or embarrassing themselves in a certain situation.
Many people remain
in a state of anxious anticipation because of their fears. Some become
restricted or even housebound, while others can function normally. But, sadly,
most have great difficulty,
often trying to hide their pain from everyone.
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Agoraphobia
can be
a chronic, disabling condition which causes people to suffer in silence,
and unfortunately, individuals around the person don't understand.
An Agoraphobic
may experience severe panic attacks during situations where they feel trapped.
Sometimes, with severe bouts of anxiety, the agoraphobic
is confined not only to their homes, but to one or two rooms, and
they may even
become bed bound.
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that one out of
three people with panic disorder will develop agoraphobia
also. There are 3.2
million people ages 18-54 who are living in fear with
agoraphobia every day.
Along with all other anxiety disorders, there is treatment
for agoraphobia. Treatment usually involves desensitization or
exposure therapy. Exposure therapy can reduce or end phobic reactions.
Real life exposure in increasing levels has also been used
to help overcome their fears. Medications and other
therapies are used for treatment also.
Here is a video about one person's experience with agoraphobia:
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