Is your phobia tic, means do you fear from something specific, be it an object or be it a place or be it a situation? Well, if you fear from flying in a plane or fear from using an elevator, then dear you might be suffering from ‘Claustrophobia’!!

Claustrophobia is a kind of phobia or say a form of mental disorder, that leads to anxiety and in which the person suffers from an irrational fear of being trapped. As said above, people suffering from claustrophobia fear out using the flight or an elevator. The fear of extent is such that these people prefer using staircase to go their flats even it is on the 10^th or 15^th floor, just to avoid elevators.

Concern/Cause Of Claustrophobia!! 

The exact cause of claustrophobia has yet not found however some experts say that it can be initiated or triggered by some environmental factors. Researchers suggest that these kinds of anxiety disorder might be associated with amygdala dysfunction, a region of a central nervous system involved in controlling fear.

It is not necessary that the person must experience this disorder from the initial age, but they can acquire this disease later in their life also. The reason behind this can be any kind of traumatic event the person might have suffered in the past, such as:

• Being stuck in an elevator for a prolonged period of time
• Bad experience of flight
• Being punished by being locked in a bathroom, during childhood etc.

Signs And Symptoms Of Claustrophobia!!

People suffering from claustrophobia suffers from common problems when they face the situation they fear out from. Some of the common sign and symptoms that they face are:

• Sweating
• Hot flashes
• The feeling of a panic attack or intense fear
• Hyperventilation
• Arrhythmia
• Confusion or disorientation
• Choking sensation
• Trembling

Treatment For Claustrophobia! 

Well, any person who experience above-mentioned symptoms frequently and they see that these symptoms are getting persistent, they must immediately seek a medical attention. There are certain rehabilitation centers where psychologist through rehabilitative treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), treat patients suffering from this kind of mental disorders. There is no need to worry if you suddenly start feeling the above-mentioned signs and symptoms. Just relax yourself, keep a check and immediately consult a doctor so that your claustrophobia can be identified at early stage. You must know that the early diagnosis may help patients manage with the condition easily.

So, when you experience first, don’t wait for the second or third experience, seek medical attention urgently!

Also, if you see any person suffering from claustrophobia symptoms, either in elevator or in flight, do not worry and get away from there, you need to help that person. You can ease their anxiety attacks, by making them feel that they are not alone, clam them down by attracting their attention towards you and your words, so that they can deviate their mind from the situation.

Remember humanity and kindness lies in helping the other! 

Thank You!!