Are all people with agoraphobia shut-ins?

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Not everyone with agoraphobia is unable to leave their home. But all avoid things such as driving a car for fear of experiencing panic. Watch Dr. Oz discuss agoraphobia and shut-ins.

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Phobias

Fear of heights, fear of driving, fear of spiders - these are specific phobias. A phobia is a strong, irrational fear about something that poses little or no threat. A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder. If you have a phobia, don't let it control your life. Medications and therapy help most people overcome phobias.

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