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agoraphobia
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agoraphobia
a pathological fear of being in public places, often resulting in the sufferer becoming housebound

agoraphobia [ə‚gȯr·ə′fōb·ē·ə]
(psychology)
Abnormal fear of open places.


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If you want to be a tennis player but can't get on the court because of agrophobia you may need professional help, although a doctor needn't give medication every time and may refer you to a psychiatrist.
Teesside Coroner's Court heard the divorcee had a history of health problems and had suffered depression and agrophobia following two muggings.
But he says he suffers from agrophobia and is afraid to venture too far from his home.
 
 
 
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