Agoraphobia in children and adolescents
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Agoraphobia is a persistent fear of being trapped in public situations or places with no way to escape easily and no one to help.
Agoraphobia may develop in adolescents, particularly those who have panic attacks, but is uncommon in children.
(See also Overview of Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents and Agoraphobia in adults.)
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