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What is the minimum duration required for a diagnosis of Agoraphobia according to DSM-5 criteria?
What is the minimum duration required for a diagnosis of Agoraphobia according to DSM-5 criteria?
- 1 month
- 3 months
- 12 months
- 6 months (correct)
Which of the following is a symptom that could indicate Agoraphobia?
Which of the following is a symptom that could indicate Agoraphobia?
- Insomnia lasting over a month
- Fear of public transportation (correct)
- Fear of heights
- Lack of interest in social interactions
Which criteria are necessary for a diagnosis of Agoraphobia according to DSM-5?
Which criteria are necessary for a diagnosis of Agoraphobia according to DSM-5?
- Symptoms must occur in the absence of any medical condition
- Fear must be limited to open spaces
- All symptoms must result from a panic disorder
- At least one source of fear must be present (correct)
Which statement about the psychosocial consequences of Agoraphobia is accurate?
Which statement about the psychosocial consequences of Agoraphobia is accurate?
What is a key exclusion criterion for diagnosing Agoraphobia?
What is a key exclusion criterion for diagnosing Agoraphobia?
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Agoraphobia
Agoraphobia
A persistent fear or anxiety about situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable, leading to avoidance of these situations.
Situations in Agoraphobia
Situations in Agoraphobia
Common situations that trigger fear in agoraphobia include public transportation, open spaces, lines, crowds, and being alone outside the home.
Avoidance in Agoraphobia
Avoidance in Agoraphobia
People with agoraphobia often avoid the feared situations to prevent panic attacks, fearing a lack of access to help or being unable to escape.
Agoraphobia vs. Panic Disorder
Agoraphobia vs. Panic Disorder
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Impact of Agoraphobia
Impact of Agoraphobia
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Study Notes
Agoraphobia
- Definition: Excessive fear of a specific object, circumstance, or situation.
- DSM-5 Criteria: Fear or anxiety from public transportation, open spaces, confined spaces, lines/crowds, being alone outside of the home. Avoidance of these situations due to fear of panic attack, lack of help, or inability to withstand the situation.
- Duration: Must last for at least 6 months.
- ICD-10 Criteria: Fear of leaving home, going to public/crowded places, and traveling alone. Avoidance of anxiety-provoking situations. Often associated with panic disorder.
- Symptoms (DSM-5 and ICD-10 align): Fear and avoidance is disproportionate to the potential threat.
- Required Symptoms: At least one of the avoidance symptoms.
- Psychosocial Consequences: Marked distress or impairment.
- Exclusions: This condition is excluded if it's a result of another medical or mental disorder, or if it occurs without a panic disorder.
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Test your knowledge on agoraphobia, including its definition, criteria from DSM-5 and ICD-10, and its psychosocial consequences. This quiz covers essential symptoms and exclusions related to this condition.
