AGORAPHOBIA (AG) AS A DISORDER OF COMMUNICATION

Based on the analysis of a case study of a woman suffering from agoraphobia (AG), it was concluded that the disorder could be a disorder of communication characterized by extreme reluctance to express negative feelings, or acting in ways that go counter to the wishes of others. Admittedly, that statement resonates with Freud’s description of […]

IS THE DEVELOPMENT OF AGORAPHOBIA LINKED TO THE FIRST PANIC ATTACK?

  Studies show that high avoiders are more likely to have had their first panic attack in what is called a classic agoraphobic situation. What is a classic agoraphobic situation? It is experiencing a panic attack while driving or in public transportation. In fact, having a first panic attack in public with a strong feeling of […]

THE PANIC ATTACK QUESTIONNAIRE (PAQ)

INTRODUCTION Below are sample questions taken from the PAQ, which is a questionnaire about panic attacks . The original questionnaire is 9-page long, so here you will find only an abbreviated version.It will help you assess the frequency and severity of your panic attacks. Take it once a month together while working on your recovery […]