NIH MeSH · D000379Psychiatry and Psychology
Agoraphobia
Also known asPhobia, Open Spaces · Open Spaces Phobia · Phobia, Crowds · Crowds Phobia
Definition
Obsessive, persistent, intense fear of places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing.
MeSH classification
- F03.080.725.250
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Common questions about Agoraphobia
What does Agoraphobia mean in medicine?
Obsessive, persistent, intense fear of places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Agoraphobia known by any other names?
Yes. Agoraphobia is also referred to as Phobia, Open Spaces, Open Spaces Phobia, Phobia, Crowds, Crowds Phobia in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Agoraphobia sit in the medical classification?
Agoraphobia falls under the broader medical category "Psychiatry and Psychology" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: F03.080.725.250). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000379) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗