Beta blockers, also known as beta-adrenergic blocking agents, are medications that reduce your blood pressure. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline.
The word agoraphobia means a fear of wide, open spaces.. The word originates from the ancient Greek word agora, referring to a place of assembly or market place. Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder involving anxiety and intense fear of any situation where escape may be difficult, or where help may not be available. It often involves a fear of crowds, bridges or of being outside alone. 1.
Agoraphobia is the most disabling of all phobias, and treatment is difficult because there are so many associated fears (Hall). Specific phobia is a catchall category for any phobias other than agoraphobia and social phobias (Wood 522).Wood 689) And that is only the start of it. Phobias can interfere with your ability to work, socialize, and go about a daily routine (American). People who have phobias are often so overwhelmed by their anxiety that they avoid the feared objects or situations (NIMH).