So why are people afraid of small spaces? Why are so many people claustrophobic? Psychologist Dr. Marc Mooney says 12 percent of the population is claustrophobic. Mooney said a single experience ...

AROUND 10 per cent of the UK’s population is affected by claustrophobia at some point during their lifetime, according to the NHS. The common fear of confined spaces can sometimes lead to panic ...

although claustrophobia isn’t a panic condition. For some people, claustrophobia may disappear on its own. Others may need therapy to manage and cope with their symptoms. Symptoms of ...

Some people have reported that wearing tight-necked clothing can provoke feelings of claustrophobia. Fast facts on claustrophobia: Here are some key points about claustrophobia. More detail is in ...