Agoraphobia
DefinitionAgoraphobia is fear of being in places where help might not be available, typically fear of crowds, bridges, or of being outside alone.
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Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Agoraphobia is a disorder that most often accompanies other anxiety disorders, such as panic disorder or specific phobias.
If it occurs with panic disorder, the onset is usually during the 20's, and women are affected more often than men. People with this disorder may become house bound for years, which is likely to hurt social and interpersonal relationships.
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