Agoraphobia
광장공포증(Agoraphobia)는 anxiety disorder로 안전하지 못하고 불편하다고 인지하는 장소에서 느껴지고, 혼자있게 되어 생기는 불안함이다.
진단 기준
Diagnostic criteria for agoraphobia include severe fear or anxiety about two or more of the following situations:
- Using public transportation, such as a bus or plane
- Being in an open space, such as a parking lot, bridge or large mall
- Being in an enclosed space, such as a movie theater, meeting room or small store
- Waiting in a line or being in a crowd
- Being out of your home alone
These situations cause anxiety because you fear you won't be able to escape or find help if you develop panic-like symptoms or other disabling or embarrassing symptoms.
In addition, diagnostic criteria for agoraphobia include: Fear or anxiety that almost always results from exposure to a situation Avoidance of the situation, needing a companion to go with you or endurance of this situation with extreme distress Fear or anxiety that's out of proportion to the actual danger posed by the situation Significant distress or problems with social situations, work or other areas in your life caused by the fear, anxiety or avoidance Persistent phobia and avoidance, usually lasting six months or longer
치료
감별 진단
- 사회 공포증: 사회적 활동, 타인의 주목, 창피함, 난처함에 대한 두려움