Candace has missed a lot of fun activities since the onset of an anxiety disorder. When she is in crowded places, Candace begins to feel that she is trapped and has to escape. So, she leaves the gathering and hurries home. It is becoming so bad that Candace often refuses to leave the house unless at least one friend is with her. Candace would most likely to diagnosed with:

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Candace's symptoms, particularly her fear of being in crowded places and feeling trapped, leading to avoidance of such situations unless she has a companion, are characteristic of agoraphobia. This condition involves intense fear or anxiety about being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing, or where help may not be available in the event of having a panic attack or panic-like symptoms.

Candace Has Missed a Lot of Fun Activities Since the Onset