Claustrophobia
What is phobia? A phobia is a persistent, excessive, unrealistic fear of an object, person, animal, activity or situation. It is a type of anxiety disorder. A person with a phobia either tries to avoid the thing that triggers the fear, or endures it with great anxiety and distress. Claustrophobia Claustrophobia is a situational phobia triggered by an irrational and intense fear of tight or crowded spaces. Claustrophobia can be triggered by things like: •Being locked in a windowless room •Being stuck in a crowded elevator •Driving on a congested highway Symptoms of claustrophobia When experiencing symptoms of claustrophobia, you may feel like you’re having a panic attack. Symptoms of claustrophobia can include: •Sweating •Trembling •Hot flashes •Feeling intense fear or panic •Becoming anxious •Shortness of breath •Hyperventilation •Increased heart rate •Chest tightness or pain •Nausea •Feeling faint or lightheaded •Feeling confused or disorientated Causes of claustrophobia Littl...