Doris feels terrified every time she leaves her house and avoids doing so whenever possible.What is most consistent with Doris's experience

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Agoraphobia is characterized by fear or avoidance of situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available in case of a panic attack or other embarrassing symptoms. Doris's fear and avoidance of leaving her house suggests agoraphobia. Social phobia involves fear and avoidance of social situations, generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive and persistent worry about a variety of things, and obsessive-compulsive disorder involves intrusive and unpleasant thoughts and repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing anxiety.

Doris Feels Terrified Every Time She Leaves Her House and Avoids