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elevator phobia

a persistent and irrational fear of elevators, which may represent fear of heights (acrophobia), fear of being enclosed (claustrophobia), or fear of having panic symptoms (e.g., as occurs with agoraphobia).

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social maturity

social maturity

a level of behavior in accordance with the social standards that are the norm for individuals of a particular age.