Edvard has become so fearful of going outside of his home alone,and of being in open spaces such as parking lots,that he has difficulty holding a job.This is best described as ____.

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Agoraphobia is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by fear and avoidance of places or situations that may cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment. This fear can become so intense that the person may avoid leaving their house or going to public places altogether. In the case of Edvard, his fear of open spaces such as parking lots suggests agoraphobia.

Edvard Has Become So Fearful of Going Outside of His