What is agoraphobia is a question that arises when we study panic attacks. The root word “agora” comes from the Greek referring to open spaces like a marketplace or place where people gather. A “phobia” is a strong irrational fear. Therefore the term “agoraphobia” suggests a strong irrational fear about open spaces.
But for anyone suffering from agoraphobia this description falls short of explaining the full meaning of this condition.
For the person suffering from agoraphobia the fear is not necessarily of open spaces. It is more accurately associated with the fear of being in a space from which escape is difficult, embarrassing or where help is not readily available in the event it is needed. This could include confined spaces as opposed to open ones, like a car, leaving home alone, being home alone, being in an elevator or a crowd, or standing in line.
This fear results in behavior to try to control or minimize the risk they feel. They may avoid going to places where crowds gather like a church, a mall or a birthday party, sitting near the exit or avoiding any place where escape might difficult. In extreme cases the agoraphobic may not leave the house even in dire circumstances.
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