Welcome to my site for Cleisiophobia. In hopes of trying to provide some helpful information, I have searched the Internet looking for information on Cleisiophobia (closed spaces fear, being locked in an enclosed placed fear, phobia of closed spaces, being locked in an enclosed placed phobia, fear of closed spaces, fear of being locked in an enclosed placed, phobia of closed spaces, phobia of being locked in an enclosed placed, Cleithrophobia, Clithrophobia). Please note I am not a doctor and only provide this site for informational purposes. I hope you will find some benefit in the site. Best wishes! ~Edd~

What is Cleisiophobia?

Cleisiophobia is the fear of closed spaces or being locked in an enclosed place. People with this fear may avoid riding in things such as elevators. The origin of the word cleisio is Greek (meaning closed or shut) and phobia is Greek (meaning fear). Cleisiophobia is considered to be a specific phobia, which is discussed on the home page. Cleisiophobia is a form of Agoraphobia (which is discussed on the home page) and Claustrophobia (fear of confined spaces). Cleisiophobia is also known as Cleithrophobia and Clithrophobia.

What are the causes?

It is generally accepted that phobias arise from a combination of external events (i.e. traumatic events) and internal predispositions (i.e. heredity or genetics). Many specific phobias can be traced back to a specific triggering event, usually a traumatic experience at an early age. Social phobias and agoraphobia have more complex causes that are not entirely known at this time. It is believed that heredity, genetics, and brain chemistry combine with life-experiences to play a major role in the development of phobias. (Wikipedia - phobia).

What are the symptoms?

As with any phobia, the symptoms vary by person depending on their level of fear. The symptoms typically include extreme anxiety, dread and anything associated with panic such as shortness of breath, rapid breathing, irregular heartbeat, sweating, excessive sweating, nausea, dry mouth, nausea, inability to articulate words or sentences, dry mouth and shaking. .

Can I take medicine?

Medicine can be prescribed, but please note that these medications can have side effects and/or withdrawal systems that can be severe. It is also importation to note that medicines do not cure phobias, at best they only temporarily suppress the systems. However, there are treatments for phobias, which include counseling, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, and Neuro-Linguistic programming. Please click on the link at the top of the page called “Treatment Information” to find out more information on these types of treatments.

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