FYI: Agoraphobia

Agoraphobia is the fear of open spaces.  Typically people avoid public places.  The most common type is fear of being far away from home or a safe person.

Environmental predispositions: growing up with parents who are perfectionistic, overcritical, overprotective and/or overly anxious about the world being a dangerous place.
In my opinion this is a challenge we face as LDS parents within the Mormon lifestyle and even our view of the world. 

Current Treatments:

• Graded Exposure
• Relaxation Training
• Cognitive Therapy
• Medication
• Assertiveness Training
• Group Therapy