Agoraphobia & Social Anxiety Support Group
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder, often precipitated by the fear of having a panic attack in a setting from which there is no easy means of escape. As a result, sufferers of agoraphobia may avoid public and/or unfamiliar places. In severe cases, the sufferer may become confined to their home, experiencing difficulty traveling from this "safe place."
I actually got out of the house today and went to 2 separate stores without having a complete melt down or panic attack. I even talked a little and was friendly. Today was such a huge deal for me.
bonusjack
Good job! What's next?
scandalousbeauty
Thank you Jack. I’m not sure. There’s so many possibilities lol.
bonusjack
Inspired by you, I did my errands in town yesterday. Didn't talk to anyone. Today is for housework.
scandalousbeauty
That’s amazing Jack! You are so motivated. How is everything going?
GirlinCalif
Good for you two! Keep moving forward...
scandalousbeauty
Awww you are the sweetest! Thank you GirlinCalif.
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