Asked by AKILYA BRADLEY on Jul 29, 2024

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The majority of people who suffer from agoraphobia also suffer from

A) conversion disorder.
B) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
C) schizophrenia.
D) panic disorder.

Agoraphobia

An anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear of being in places where escape might be difficult or embarrassing, or help might not be available in the event of a panic attack.

Panic Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by sudden, repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms like chest pain, heart palpitations, and shortness of breath.

  • Understand the relationship between panic disorder and agoraphobia.
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Naomi JacksonAug 05, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Agoraphobia is often accompanied by panic disorder, which involves recurrent panic attacks and fear of future attacks, leading to avoidance of situations that may trigger them. Agoraphobia can develop as a result of panic disorder, or it may increase the severity of panic disorder symptoms.