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    Causes

    The exact cause of agoraphobia is unknown.

    There are several factors which could increase the risk of developing the condition. Those include:

    • A family history
    • Other mental disorders like anxiety disorder, depression, social phobia
    • Substance abuse
    • History of child abuse
    • History of physical or sexual abuse

    Symptoms & Reports
    If you are experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider.

    The common symptoms include:

    Agoraphobic person will fear:

    • Being in a situation where help or escape will not be possible
    • Being alone, being in crowded or in open spaces
    • Being in enclosed spaces
    • Using Public transportation
    • Standing inline

    An agoraphobic person during episodes will experience one or more of the following

    • Fear or anxiety
    • Actively avoids situations which may cause anxiety
    • Seeks the presence of a companion in specific situations
    • Panic attacks


    Common symptoms and their severity as reported by people on Patientslikeme.

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    Prevention

    There is no known method to prevent the condition. Certain practices to control the mind might help.

    Complications

    With expert counseling, one can avoid complications. If untreated for a prolonged period, it may significantly impact daily activities such as:

    • The person may become housebound for years
    • Depression
    • Alcohol or drug abuse
    • May lead to other mental health disorders like anxiety disorders or personality disorders

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    People also ask

    What are the risk factors for agoraphobia?
    Risk factors for agoraphobia include: Having panic disorder or other excessive fear reactions, called phobias. Responding to panic attacks with too much fear and avoidance. Experiencing stressful life events, such as abuse, the death of a parent or being attacked. Having an anxious or nervous personality. Having a blood relative with agoraphobia.
    www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/agoraphobia/sy…
    How can I manage agoraphobia?
    Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder which involves fear of being trapped or being panicked and avoiding such situations. The symptoms of agoraphobia include fear of leaving home alone, many people, waiting in a queue, enclosed places like theatres, small stores, open spaces like malls, and parking lots, and using public transportation. Treatment includes psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy and medicine.
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    What conditions can be mistaken for agoraphobia?
    The following are a few conditions that might occur with or be mistaken for agoraphobia: Panic disorder. Agoraphobia is most likely to go hand-in-hand with panic disorder. The fear of sudden, recurrent panic attacks can lead a person to become agoraphobic. However, it’s also possible to have panic attacks without agoraphobia.
    www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/agoraphobia-causes-s…
    Why does agoraphobia develop?
    The specific reasons why agoraphobia develops remain unclear, but changes in the areas of the brain that control the fear response may play a role. The DSM-5 lists three types of risk factors: Environmental factors: Agoraphobia may develop after experiencing a crime, abuse, or a traumatic event.
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