In what situation would someone with agoraphobia try to avoid?
a) sitting in the middle of a crowded movie theater
b) shopping in a large mall without immediate access to the outside
c) walking through a large field
d) All of the above
e) Choices A & B Only
I think it's d or e because I'm not sure if c is something someone with agoraphobie should avoid
An agoraphobic wouldn't fear walking in a large field.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/agoraphobia/DS00894
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by a fear of being in situations or places where escape might be difficult or help may not be available in the event of a panic attack or other anxiety-related symptoms. People with agoraphobia often avoid situations that they associate with anxiety or fear.
To determine the correct answer to the question, we can consider each option:
a) Sitting in the middle of a crowded movie theater: This situation may trigger anxiety in someone with agoraphobia due to the large crowd and limited ability to easily exit the theater.
b) Shopping in a large mall without immediate access to the outside: Similarly, someone with agoraphobia might experience anxiety in this situation due to the size of the mall and potential difficulties in finding an exit quickly.
c) Walking through a large field: While this situation may be open and spacious, it does not typically evoke the same anxiety as crowded spaces or situations with limited exits. Therefore, it is less likely to be a situation that someone with agoraphobia would try to avoid.
Based on this analysis, the correct answer is e) Choices A & B Only. Someone with agoraphobia would likely try to avoid sitting in the middle of a crowded movie theater and shopping in a large mall without immediate access to the outside.