is this agoraphobia?

[bet]

Is avoidance behaviour the same as agoraphobia?I often mention to the doctor about the agoraphobia and its like she corrects me and says " oh the avoidance behaviour".

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[jonnyjonny_uk]

Hi Bet,

Avoidance behaviour is another term for agoraphobia.

Agoraphobia is now recognised, not as a phobic response, but "as anxiety about being in situations and /or places, from which escape may be difficult or embarrassing, or in which help may not be available, in the event of having a panic attack or panic like symptoms". The term avoidance behaviour comes from avoiding these situations explained above.

I hope that clears a little up but if not please just ask