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I'm trying to figure out where to even start. I've lived with agoraphobia for a long time before I was diagnosed, but I feel like living with it and management of it aren't the same. I guess my question is, where did you start? What seems to work best for you to manage it?
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Some people have found success in starting small and not overexposing themselves. This could mean beginning with walks around your home, then gradually expanding to the block, then perhaps to a gas station or pharmacy. The goal is to stay until feelings of unease leave and you start to feel safe and comfortable. Others have found that setting a goal of going somewhere easy once a week, then maybe twice a week, and so on, can help. Gradually going places that are easy will tell your brain that you can go out and not have a panic attack. Some people also find wearing layers, beanies, masks, or sunglasses helpful as it makes them feel more comfortable and less noticeable when they're outside.
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