What is another word for placophobia?
Pronunciation: [plˌakəfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Placophobia is a term used to describe an irrational fear of public places. This phobia can greatly affect the quality of life of people who suffer from it, causing them to avoid certain places or situations. Some synonyms for placophobia include agoraphobia, which encompasses the fear of crowds, open spaces, or places where escape may be difficult; social anxiety disorder, which refers to the fear of social situations; and panic disorder, which involves sudden and intense bouts of fear. Other related terms include claustrophobia, which is the fear of confined spaces; acrophobia, the fear of heights; and hemophobia, the fear of blood.
