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Agoraphobia(Fear of public or open places)
Agoraphobia in Greek means "fear of the marketplace." This condition is characterized by intense fear and anxiety when in a real or anticipated situation (such as in public places) in which escape might be difficult if the person were to start a panic attack or have something else happen.
Is a type of:Phobia
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Incurable but treatment can help
How is it usually diagnosed?
Self-diagnosable
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