Famous People With AgoraphobiaOf the many famous people with agoraphobia, one name stands out as she has been pretty public about her condition - actress Kim Basinger. When it was happening, she found it difficult to understand and stayed home for long periods, often crying almost daily. The Importance Of Understanding AgoraphobiaAs mentioned elsewhere in this site, it is important to understand your condition. No, it's not going to make it go away, but it helps in dealing with it. By understanding, it can reduce some of the fear, stress and worry. Any improvement is better than none. Understanding also allows you to know what measures to take. Panic and anxiety disorder can develop into agoraphobia. If you think you might have this condition - you are not alone! Many famous people have had experience with anxiety disorder and panic attacks. Check out the video below.
Does this sound familiar to you? If you think you might have panic and anxiety disorder like the celebs above - there is alot you can do to help yourself.
Famous AgoraphobicsOne-time teenage heart-throb Donny Osmond has also experienced agoraphobia. Although his problem was more to do with social anxiety, he has also gone through depression. His older brother Merrill also battled depression, as did sister Marie. Anxiety disorder issues can run in families, the Osmonds being a very good example. Billy Bob Thornton may also have mild agoraphobia and has said that he is sometimes afraid to go out. The eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes may also have had some form of agoraphobia. Philip K. Dick, author of mostly science fiction was also agoraphobic. Some of his work have been turned into films like Blade Runner and Total Recall. Woody Allen suffers from both agoraphobia and claustrophobia and spent may years going through psychoanalysis. Speaking of psychoanalysis, it's ironic that "the father of psychoanalysis", Sigmund Freud, suffered agoraphobia. There will be other famous people with agoraphobia. Perhaps many of them would rather keep it to themselves, family and close friends. This is understandable, especially when you're in the public eye. You tend to value your privacy that much more. There's also the fear of being ridiculed. Most people cannot and will not understand about true anxiety disorders unless they, or someone close to them has been touched by it. Find out more about Actors Who Have Panic Attacks
If you are like the celebs above and have unwanted anxiety and/or panic attacks - there is alot you can do to rid yourself of this condition. And it can take less than 30 days! Find out more... There is help for Panic Attacks, Anxiety and Agoraphobia!Don't wait! Do something about it now! These are conditions that usually just get worse if you don't seek out help. Here are some things that have worked for others. Check them out. See your doctor! Herbal and Natural Remedies
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