Question 1

i'm on zoloft (sertraline) for panic attacks& agoraphobia, i take 25 mg for 3 weeks ,it's gotten better but i still get anxiety when i go out , should i increase dose or add another ssri ,tried cbt it didn't help.

Accepted Answer

Consult physician: I suggest that you call your physician to titrate tour Zoloft (sertraline) dose upward ( range varies with each patient ). I suggest that you continue with CBT and do not increase Zoloft (sertraline) on your own.

Question 2

i have bpd/ocpd, gad, bulimia, mdd and agoraphobia. i am now finishing cbt 4 self esteem. dbt and cbt-pd are not offered in my area. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Phobias: I suggest a guided imagery sessiion which is a covert solution for agoraphobia..Then you can do in vivo exposure to actually face the fear..I can explain more to you if you like.

Question 3

what is agoraphobia ?

Accepted Answer

See below: Agoraphobia was considered part of Panic Disorder but now is considered a separate illness, although frequently accompanied by panic attacks. It is fear of being incapacitated in certain situations and avoidance of such situations or having severe anxiety about them.
Examples:Fear of crowds, shopping malls, driving,being away from home, Drs. office,flying, See&gt;http://bit.ly/1i1tLgP

Question 4

what are the causes of agoraphobia?

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See mental health: There could be many causes and it is to serious and debilitating to put off.  See a mental health professional right away.

Question 5

can you overcome agoraphobia?

Accepted Answer

YES, but first...: You must really want to because you'll need to face your fear! this will likely make you very uncomfortable at times. Just thinking about it might get you panicked. But keep these points in mind: (a)you can take baby steps toward your goal. (b)there are experts who can help you come up with a plan + coach you through it. (c)doing the work, you'll gradually diminish your fear and expand your world.

Question 6

can hypnosis cure agoraphobia?

Accepted Answer

Hypnosis, agoraphobi: Hypnosis can help with tolerating the symptoms, such as the underlying fears and worries associated with agoraphobia. Make sure to find someone who is qualified!

Question 7

can agoraphobia ever come back?

Accepted Answer

Agoraphobia: Possible, with exposure to stressful situation or traumatic event.

Question 8

what causes anxiety/ agoraphobia?

Accepted Answer

Beliefs: Anxiety is the result of a belief of which you may not even be aware.  This belief portends bad consequences.  In a was it is like presenting a feared object to yourself.

Question 9

could a teenager have agoraphobia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Lifetime prevalence of agoraphobia for adolescents aged 13 -19 is 2.4%, according to a study published in 2010.

Question 10

are agoraphobia and asperger's related?

Accepted Answer

Nope: These may be co-occuring conditions, but one does not lead to the other.  Many people with asperger's experience social anxiety, though.  Asperger's is a lifelong and pervasive developmental disorder.  When the dsm 5 comes out in may 2013, it will simply be "autism spectrum disorders." http://www.Webmd.Com/brain/autism/autism-spectrum-disorders.

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I'm on zoloft (sertraline) for panic attacks& agoraphobia, i take 25 mg for 3 weeks ,it's gotten better but i still get anxiety when i go out , should i increase dose or add another ssri ,tried cbt it didn't help.

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I have bpd/ocpd, gad, bulimia, mdd and agoraphobia. i am now finishing cbt 4 self esteem. dbt and cbt-pd are not offered in my area. what should i do?

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What is agoraphobia ?

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What are the causes of agoraphobia?

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Can you overcome agoraphobia?

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Can hypnosis cure agoraphobia?

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Can agoraphobia ever come back?

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Are agoraphobia and asperger's related?

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