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Early symptoms of claustrophobia: what are they?

Claustrophobia is a type of anxiety disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by an intense fear of enclosed spaces or situations where escape is difficult or impossible.

The first symptoms of claustrophobia can vary from person to person, but generally include sweating, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath and a feeling of intense panic or terror. In some cases, people with claustrophobia may also experience dizziness, nausea or trembling. 

In our gallery we reveal what other symptoms of claustrophobia may be. (Source: my-personaltrainer.com)

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What are the early symptoms of claustrophobia
Claustrophobia is a type of anxiety disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterised by an intense fear of enclosed spaces or situations where escape is difficult or impossible. The first symptoms of claustrophobia can vary from person to person, but generally include sweating, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath and a feeling of intense panic or terror. In some cases, people with claustrophobia may also experience dizziness, nausea or trembling. In our gallery we reveal what other symptoms of claustrophobia may be. (Source: my-personaltrainer.com)
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Most common symptoms of claustrophobia
One of the most common early symptoms of claustrophobia is a sense of discomfort in enclosed spaces. These can include lifts, aeroplanes or even small windowless rooms, lifts, subways or public toilets.
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What are the physical symptoms?
The first symptoms of claustrophobia can vary from person to person. In severe cases, panic attacks may occur, with cold sweating, increased heart rate (tachycardia), nausea, shortness of breath and choking.
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How do people feel?
As the fear intensifies, people with claustrophobia may begin to feel as if the walls are closing in on them or that they are suffocating.
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Claustrophobia
Claustrophobia is a disorder in which the phobic stimulus is the idea of being surrounded and lacking spatial freedom around oneself.
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Fear of losing control
One may also experience a sense of impending doom or the fear of losing control.
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Claustrophobia: possible consequences
Claustrophobia can unfortunately limit the life of the sufferer considerably. Over time, the fear of confined spaces leads to the avoidance of all daily activities that might make one feel enclosed, surrounded or confined by space.
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Claustrophobia: possible consequences on travel
Travelling is more difficult. Travelling by plane or train, where you only have a small space available, may become impossible, as may travelling by underground.
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Claustrophobia: possible consequences on daily life
Claustrophobia can also lead to resorting to various solutions, such as leaving the door open when entering small rooms or taking the stairs instead of taking a lift.
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The help of a professional
If you suspect you have claustrophobia, it is important to seek the help of a mental health professional who can provide a diagnosis and effective treatment options.
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