Gretchen has suffered from panic attacks in the past, so she has started avoiding the places that trigger those attacks. Now, in addition to her panic disorder, it is likely that Gretchen is suffering from __________.

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Gretchen's avoidance of places that trigger panic attacks suggests that she may be suffering from agoraphobia, which is a fear of situations or places that might cause panic, helplessness or embarrassment. While generalized anxiety disorder can also involve excessive worrying and fear about a wide range of situations or issues, Gretchen's specific avoidance of certain places points more strongly to agoraphobia. Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder involve primarily mood disturbances rather than anxiety symptoms.

Gretchen Has Suffered from Panic Attacks in the Past, So