Panic Disorder vs. Agoraphobia Flashcards
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Panic Disorder
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Recurrent, unexpected onset of panic attacks and a constant fear that they are going to happen again. The attack feels like they’re going to die. heart attack, room spinning, disconnected to reality. Shape their life around avoidance.
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Agoraphobia
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Fear of going out in public. Must be at least 2 situations in which the person is fearful of going out. Fear is excessive to the point of effecting their ability to function normally.
