AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Agoraphobia involves fearing and avoiding places or situations that might cause panic and feelings of being trapped, helpless or embarrassed. You may fear an actual or upcoming situation. For example, you may fear using public transportation, being in open or enclosed spaces, standing in line, or being in a crowd.

Detailed explanation-2: -experiencing a stressful event, such as bereavement, divorce, or losing your job. a previous history of mental illnesses, such as depression, anorexia nervosa or bulimia. alcohol misuse or drug misuse. being in an unhappy relationship, or in a relationship where your partner is very controlling.

Detailed explanation-3: -Agoraphobia is a fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or that help wouldn’t be available if things go wrong. Many people assume agoraphobia is simply a fear of open spaces, but it’s actually a more complex condition.

Detailed explanation-4: -Agoraphobia is a mental health condition that causes excessive fear of certain situations. Some people may even avoid leaving their home. Agoraphobia is manageable with treatment, which includes medication, cognitive behavioral therapy and lifestyle changes.