Agoraphobia, an anxiety disorder characterised by a specific fear of particular places and situations that the person feels anxious or panics, such as open spaces, crowded places and places from which escape seems difficult.
Due to the harsh, common disease, well-known as ‘ Coronavirus ‘, many people have gotten into lockdown to prevent spread. During this, people have been getting phobias/fears of leaving their home just to go out.
Treatable by a medical professional
Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
Doesn’t require lab test or imaging
Time taken for recovery
Can last several years or be lifelong
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Common for ages 18-35
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More common in females
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Family history may increase likelihood
The fear can be so overwhelming that you may feel unable to leave your home. Agoraphobia treatment can be challenging because it usually means confronting your fears. But with psychotherapy and medications, you can escape the trap of agoraphobia and live a more enjoyable life.