Sometimes your anxiety can cause us to avoid places or situations that might cause you to panic and make you feel trapped, helpless or embarrassed. This can often come from fear of an actual or anticipated situation, such as using public transportation, being in open or enclosed spaces, standing in line, or being in a crowd. If you’re struggling with this sort of anxiety, it can be helpful to understand why this happens and to learn some techniques for managing these feelings.
Sometimes your anxiety can cause us to avoid places or situations that might cause you to panic and make you feel trapped, helpless or embarrassed. This can often come from fear of an actual or anticipated situation, such as using public transportation, being in open or enclosed spaces, standing in line, or being in a crowd. If you’re struggling with this sort of anxiety, it can be helpful to understand why this happens and to learn some techniques for managing these feelings.