What are the complications of barophobia?
What are the complications of barophobia?
An extreme fear of gravity may make you afraid to leave places that you deem safe. This can trigger another phobia called agoraphobia. Your need to feel secure may cause you to stay home to avoid falling or encountering phobia triggers. This avoidance can cause you to miss out on fun or necessary parts of life.
Phobic disorders also increase your risk of:
- Depression, social isolation and suicidal thoughts.
- Panic attacks and panic disorder.
- Substance use disorder.