Asked by Donovan Jullies on Jun 21, 2024

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The fear of open or public places is known as

A) panic disorder.
B) agoraphobia.
C) social phobia.
D) generalized anxiety disorder.

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder involving intense fear and avoidance of situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available, often leading to avoidance of public places.

Public Places

Areas accessible to and shared by the public, such as parks, streets, and squares, where social interactions and activities occur.

  • Familiarize yourself with the interrelation between panic disorder and agoraphobia.
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Haoxiang ZhangJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The fear of open or public places is specifically known as agoraphobia. Panic disorder involves repeated unexpected panic attacks, social phobia involves intense fear/anxiety in social situations, and generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive worry and anxiety about everyday situations.