Demophobia: Why Are Some People Afraid of the Crowd?

Analyze the word demophobia we know what that means “Fear of the Crowd”. Basically, the fear one feels in crowded places is sometimes associated with agoraphobia and claustrophobia. However, it is better not to confuse these terms. Between demophobia and agoraphobia, the difference is the number of people who populate the place we are talking about. Demophobia is about someone who feels paralyzed by the idea of ​​being around people.

In the case of more severe demophobia, it happens that the person avoids going out with groups of friends and indoor situations, isolating himself from the world. Usually those who suffer from this phobia are shy, shy, reserved and seemingly snobbish due to the constant refusal to go out with friends. THE symptoms of demophobia can be on a physical, cognitive or behavioral level. These include loss of consciousness, dilated pupils, dizziness, headache, palpitations. In addition, an increased heart rate, muscle tension, nausea and panic attacks can also be added. Stomach pain, tremors, vomiting, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, a feeling of suffocation and many other symptoms associated with state of fear.

The causes of this phobia are not known, they may be related to a childhood trauma in a crowded place or during an accident. The first step in therapy is to admit the problem and deal with it. Next, it is essential to see a psychotherapist to understand and combat anxiety. You will have to hang out with larger and larger groups of people and then gradually reach the dreaded crowd. You can also hold one diary from their malaise by converting impotence and limitations into input to get out of the phobia. In some cases you need one too pharmacological therapy.