agoraphobia
/ˌæɡərəˈfoʊbiə/
noun
- An anxiety disorder in which a person fears and avoids places or situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment, especially open or crowded spaces.
- Her agoraphobia makes it very hard for her to go to shopping malls or concerts.
- He was diagnosed with agoraphobia after experiencing panic attacks in crowded subway stations.
- Treatment for agoraphobia often includes therapy and gradual exposure to feared situations.
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