Agoraphobia is a fear of places and situations that might cause embarrassment or panic attacks. Synonyms for "agoraphobe" include panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, claustrophobia, or agoraphobic. Some other terms that are often used interchangeably with agoraphobia are social phobia, fear of crowds, fear of open spaces, fear of enclosed spaces, or fear of being alone. The symptoms of agoraphobia are often accompanied by physical symptoms like palpitations, sweating, tremors, or chest pain. People who struggle with this condition can find it challenging to navigate their daily lives and can benefit from counselling, medication and other forms of support.