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Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia is an overwhelming fear of being in situations or places where escape might be difficult or where help may not be available if panic-like symptoms occur. The fear response in agoraphobia is disproportionate to the actual level of danger posed by being in public spaces, crowds, or traveling outside the home. Unlike ordinary discomfort with busy environments or unfamiliar places, agoraphobia leads to intense avoidance that goes far beyond personal preference, often confining individuals to their homes. This condition can severely disrupt daily life, preventing people from working, attending school, socializing, or even performing basic errands. Agoraphobia affects about 1 to 2% of the population, often beginning in late adolescence or early adulthood, and can persist for years without effective treatment.
Individuals with phobia often recognize that their fear is excessive. This awareness alone does not make phobia something that can be 'toughed' out. Phobia is a disorder that requires thoughtful, intentional treatment in order to reduce safety and avoidance behaviors and replace them with new behaviors.
Recovery
Research shows, you can take your life back from phobia. The same mental process that causes phobia can be used to unlearn it. You deserve a life free of phobia.
Research shows phobia can be overcome in small, incremental steps.
Recovery with Bia
Bia's mission is to make phobia recovery accessible to all by lowering the barrier to getting started and encouraging follow through. You are in full control of the pace and order of your journey, from the comfort of you own home. With Bia, you will learn essential concepts - why phobias form and how they can be unlearned, and practice new skills in a safe environment.
If you are currently in therapy, Bia can be a great tool to help you apply your skills and track your progress. If you are not in therapy, Bia is an easy way to start on your journey and explore what is possible.
Resources
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