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Agoraphobia. Panic Attacks. Kindred Spirits? [1]
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Date: 2023-01-24
Home (squeak) Home
As always, a little of this and a little of that, mostly maybe sorta.
Agoraphobia is a condition where individuals become anxious in unfamiliar environments or where they perceive that they have little control. Triggers for this anxiety may include wide-open spaces, crowds (social anxiety), or traveling (even short distances). Agoraphobia is often, but not always, compounded by a fear of social embarrassment, as the agoraphobic fears the onset of a panic attack and appearing distraught in public. Most of the time they avoid these areas and stay in the comfort of their haven, usually their home.
So anyway, I haven't been out of the house for awhile. That means going somewhere in the car. I guess it was a few things, D.Trump, a month in hospital, my father's death, the pandemic. Very likely too, an old something or other where just going out for groceries caused extended trouble breathing. Embracing shelter. Worry...
I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow. Cassandra Lopez MD. She is my primary care physician. I feel poised and confident.
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I apologize if this is too personal. I've left out a million details.
Mostly just wondering -- hello to kindred spirits...
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