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I have just started program. I have had panic attacks and agoraphobia for over 10 yrs. My main problem is traveling far distances away from home and sometimes even a mile is a problem. My panic started with cocaine use that sent me to the hospital. I thought I was dying because of the effects of the cocaine. I then turned into a alcoholic trying to deal with anxiety. I've been sober for 8 yrs after being hospitalized for drinking and have been on paxil and xanax for the last 7 yrs. I came across this web page searching for advice on agoraphobia and thought why not Ive tried everything else. So lets see how it goes. My biggest problem is leaving home. My safe space where I can calm down..

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