Agoraphobia/Monophobia
Has anyone else dealt with either of these phobias?
Agoraphobia - the fear of uncomfortable places (often causing it difficult to leave the house)
Monophobia - the irrational fear of being alone
I've had both to some degree for most of my life, but in 2020, about 6 months into the pandemic, both of these phobias completely took over my life. I'm in therapy and taking medication for them now, but I'm not sure if it's working. I cannot stand the panic I feel being home by myself and sometimes even leaving home by myself.
If anyone else has dealt with these phobias and has found a way to manage them, I'd love to hear what's worked for you! Thanks so much :).
@Nintendoll666 hello nintendoll, sorry to hear you're struggling with phobias - it is particularly challenging when both of them work oppositionally to each other. You've mentioned that you've tried therapy and medication and neither strategy seems to be effective. I wanted to ask if you'd looked into online phobia support groups? This would reduce the isolation you feel with the monophobia, while helping with management of the agoraphobia. I've also heard promising things about EMDR for phobias, if that is a route you would consider. Sending you my best wishes, Demi
