___________ is characterized by a pathological fear of public places and open spaces.

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Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by a fear of public places and open spaces, often resulting in avoidance behavior. Panic disorder may involve panic attacks in public places, but not necessarily a fear of those places themselves. Bipolar disorder type I and schizophrenia are not anxiety disorders. Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive and persistent worry and anxiety about a variety of everyday situations, but not specifically about public places and open spaces.

___________ Is Characterized by a Pathological Fear of Public Places