Agoraphobia

You may feel safer at home or near a trusted person. Outside that space, the fear can be less about the place itself and more about panicking with no easy way out.

You might measure distances, check exits or worry about being trapped. In STAND DOWN's account, that sense of danger can keep the alarm active.

A trip to the shop or an appointment can take hours of planning. You may only go if someone comes with you.

Skipping one journey can bring relief, but the next one may feel even harder. You shouldn't have to explain how much effort an ordinary outing takes.

Commuting, meetings and work travel may become difficult. You may need to change your hours or turn down opportunities you'd otherwise want.

Relying on deliveries, taxis or someone else's schedule can cost money and independence. The planning itself can be tiring.

STAND DOWN teaches its explanation of the fear of being trapped through audio sessions you hear in order. You can begin wherever you feel comfortable; the programme doesn't ask you to prove yourself with daily endurance tests.

The science video and guided visualisations build on the audio teaching. CHUCK, your AI programme guide, is there for questions about the programme as you listen.