A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Image: Phobia Stock Photos
Phobia of the Day: Astraphobia
A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of the fear triggers an irrational response.
A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Image: Phobia Stock Photos
A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving excessive and persistent fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of the fear triggers an immediate anxiety response.
Most specific phobias fall into one of four major categories:
- Fears of the natural environment
- Fears related to animals
- Fear related to medical treatments or issues
- Fears related to specific situations
Phobia of the Day: Astraphobia is the fear of thunder and lightning.
Fear of thunder typically affects children, but many adults still deal with a fear of thunderstorms. Treatment such as talk therapy or medication can help you manage anxiety symptoms and live a higher quality of life. People with a fear of thunder may be
- Chest pain.
- Dizziness or fainting (syncope).
- Diarrhea.
- Heart racing or heart palpitations.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Shortness of breath (dyspnea).
- Sweating.
- Tremors (uncontrollable shaking).
SELF-CARE TIPS FOR PHOBIAS THAT BRING ON ANXIETY
- Talk to someone you trust.
- Learn to manage panic and anxiety.
- Look into joining a support group.
- Use self-help resources.
- Take a course for your specific phobia.
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