Agoraphobia comes from Greek words meaning “marketplace” and “fear.” Agoraphobia, characterized by a person’s fear of fear, is actually a form of social anxiety disorder. People avoid specific circumstances that offer no chance of escape when diagnosed with agoraphobia. In addition, diagnosed patients also avoid places such as malls, airports and markets, especially when these places are large and unfamiliar. In most cases agoraphobia patients see their home as the only “safe place,” restricting their activity.
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Understand Agoraphobia And Prevent It Effectively
Posted by admin on October 18, 2009
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Agoraphobia – How to Overcome the Problem?
Posted by admin on September 29, 2009
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Agoraphobia has been often misinterpreted as a fear of open spaces. However, in real it is a type of anxiety related disorder. It is termed as Agoraphobia because the fear experienced by the patient is associated with situations that are not in control and provides absolutely no place for escaping. This ultimately leads to a patient holding up on a secure space such as their home. Hence, the misconception of fear related to markets and open spaces has been highlighted.
Agoraphobia Is a Treatment Possible in Worst Cases?
Posted by admin on September 22, 2009
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Agoraphobia has been considered a serious condition by many, across the globe. The condition has also been referred to as one of the most depressing and restricting conditions associated with a problem of panic attack. One of the major problems with this condition is that it has been misinterpreted as a fear of open places. However, the truth is that it is a fear associated to loss of control. The patient tends to panic as soon as they exit a place of security and control. The sufferers consider home as this place.
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