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For the person who experiences panic attacks, the distinction between agoraphobia panic attacks and panic disorder is based on how many activities he avoids. In panic disorder, the person remains relatively active, although he may avoid a few uncomfortable situations. If the panic-prone person begins to significantly restrict his normal activities because of his fearful thoughts, agoraphobia is the more appropriate diagnosis. For some, agoraphobia develops from panic disorder. Repeated panic attacks produce anticipatory anxiety a state of physical and emotional tension in anticipation of the next attack.