A Phobia presents itself in a number of categories and is a source of fear and anxiety for a person.

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.

by Tasnim Langry

16-12-2022 06:17

in Offbeat

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 an extreme fear of thunder and lightning.

Someone with this type of phobia may suffer an extreme reaction that can be debilitating. It can affect children or adults.

Symptoms of astraphobia may include:

all-over body shaking
chest pain
numbness
nausea
heart palpitations
trouble breathing

Other symptoms include:

sweaty palms
racing pulse
obsessive desire to monitor the storm
the need to hide away from the storm, such as in a closet, bathroom, or under the bed
clinging to others for protection
uncontrollable crying, particularly in children