Jan 1, 2025
Agoraphobia is the fear of being away from a safe place. People with agoraphobia have trouble being in certain types of public places. They also have problems with enclosed areas that don't seem to have an escape path.
There are people that do just fine traveling only to a home,
the store, work and maybe the church. Anything more than that
causes them distress.
There are people that cannot ride a bus or the subway. It is
the fear of being trapped without an escape.
Then you have people that cannot leave their homes or they can only do so with someone accompany them.
Then you have people that cannot leave their homes or they can only do so with someone accompany them.
In this episode a quick look at the condition, some of the
symptoms and resources to get you started on your recovery
journey.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
National Library of Health MedlinePlus page on Agoraphobia
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
National Library of Health MedlinePlus page on Agoraphobia
National Institute of Mental Health booklet on Panic Disorders
HelpGuide.org page on Agoraphobia, this will be a long and detailed account of the condition.
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
HelpGuide.org page on Agoraphobia, this will be a long and detailed account of the condition.
Psychology Today has a directory of mental health providers. You can
search by city or zip code.
ADAA.org has an online Peer to Peer support portal. It is a meeting place
for people with a variety of anxiety conditions, including people
that have agoraphobia. You do have to join the group and abide by
the group guidelines.
Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.