Common Causes And Risk Factors For Agoraphobia

Nervous Temperament

A nervous or anxious temperament might predispose individuals toward developing agoraphobia, though this alone isn't often enough to cause the illness to manifest. 'Nervous temperament' doesn't have any clinical relevance or agreed-upon definition. It tends to refer to individuals who are often anxious and fretful about different things. If individuals tend to worry a lot, experience spiraling thoughts, or get easily overwhelmed, they might have a nervous temperament. Those who experience anxiety strong enough to inhibit their daily functioning or mental well being should talk to a mental health practitioner. They may have an underlying anxiety disorder that should be treated before it leads to the development of phobias. For those whose anxiety isn't at clinical levels, self-care measures and lifestyle changes can sometimes help. Mindfulness and meditation are two of the most popular ways for individuals to calm their mind and get in touch with their feelings.