What is Agoraphobia?
Sylvie Black suffers from a severe case of agoraphobia, a panic disorder which is often described as 'a fear of open spaces' but "can be more accurately be referred to as a fear of fear itself. Agoraphobia involves intense fear and anxiety of any place or situation where escape might be difficult, leading to debilitating avoidance of situations such as being alone outside of the home....avoidance behaviors typically follow an increase in the frequency of panic attacks, making it important to seek treatment before the situation escalates." (AATC Website 2009)
Treatment and Support
It is very important to seek treatment for agoraphobia, which will often cause debilitating panic attacks. Speaking to a licensed therapist is the best way to start so that treatment can be tailored to your specific needs. For further information on agoraphobia and panic disorders, please visit the following sites:
Treatment and Support
It is very important to seek treatment for agoraphobia, which will often cause debilitating panic attacks. Speaking to a licensed therapist is the best way to start so that treatment can be tailored to your specific needs. For further information on agoraphobia and panic disorders, please visit the following sites:
The Anxiety & Agoraphobia Treatment Center
Founded in 1978, the AATC specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders. They are located in Pennsylvania and you can find information on various disorders, treatment options and contacts on their website, just click here.
TERRAP
TERRAP is a psycho-educational treatment program for use on anxiety, panic and agoraphobic disorders. Individuals can fill out an online form to arrange a free telephone evaluation for counseling by visiting their site.
PanicSurvivor.com
This online community provides information on various panic disorders as well as forums for people to reach out and support one another online. Visit their site here.
Founded in 1978, the AATC specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders. They are located in Pennsylvania and you can find information on various disorders, treatment options and contacts on their website, just click here.
TERRAP
TERRAP is a psycho-educational treatment program for use on anxiety, panic and agoraphobic disorders. Individuals can fill out an online form to arrange a free telephone evaluation for counseling by visiting their site.
PanicSurvivor.com
This online community provides information on various panic disorders as well as forums for people to reach out and support one another online. Visit their site here.
