A woman constantly avoids crowded streets and buildings, and she is very reluctant to leave home, even with a friend. Recently, she has started experiencing extreme, sudden fear every time she enters a crowded street. MOST likely, this woman would be diagnosed with:

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The woman's avoidance of crowded places and reluctance to leave home suggest agoraphobia, while the sudden extreme fear in crowded streets indicates panic attacks, which together suggest a diagnosis of both agoraphobia and panic disorder.

A Woman Constantly Avoids Crowded Streets and Buildings, and She