Natural Help for Agoraphobia

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What is Agoraphobia?
The primary fear of someone suffering with Agoraphobia, is experiencing a panic attack in a crowded public place surrounded by unfamiliar faces and no escape routes or help in sight.

A panic attack can be a terrifying experience where the heart races and it may be difficult to maintain normal breathing patterns. The sudden feeling of dizziness can often make a person feel like they are about to pass out or that they are having a heart attack.

Agoraphobia is commonly misunderstood as a fear of open or public spaces. In reality, it is not actually these spaces that are feared, but rather the threat of having a panic attack or panic symptoms in one of these settings.

An individual with Agoraphobia experiences extreme anxiety about places or certain situations where escape may be difficult or embarrassing, or where help may not be readily available should a panic attack occur.

This extreme anxiety often results in an intense fear of leaving one's comfort zone and often results in isolation and an extremely negative effect on functioning and relationships.

Diagnosing Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia is usually diagnosed by a psychologist or mental health practitioner. The psychologist will require a detailed account of the history of Agoraphobia symptoms you have experienced, their severity and the various situations that trigger them.

In addition, they will check that you do not have any other disorders or problems such as an anxiety disorder, depression or substance abuse. Your mental health practitioner should also ensure that a physical illness is not the root cause of your anxiety.

What are the Symptoms of Agoraphobia?
People with Agoraphobia develop "safe places" (usually their own home), but it may also include any other frequented areas where they feel psychologically safe and secure. In addition, they often develop "safe people" with whom they feel totally comfortable and can depend on should something happen.

When people suffering from this condition leave these people or places of safety, they often experience Agoraphobia symptoms which include feelings of extreme anxiety or a panic attack. This results in obsessive avoidance behavior (they may only want to shop at a particular shopping mall and will drive to the next suburb to do so) and in extreme cases Agoraphobics live a life of recluse, seldom stepping out their front door.

Who Suffers from Agoraphobia? Is there a Cure?
Some Agoraphobia facts are that the condition most likely develops in late adolescence or early adulthood and tends to affect more women than men. It is a very limiting and isolating disorder that can begin to take control - adversely affecting daily function. However, Agoraphobia is treatable and it is never too late to reclaim a panic-free life!

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