SPECIFIC PHOBIAS
A Specific Phobia is a fear of something that has no actual danger.
Some common phobias are:
Dogs
Flying
Water
Driving
Tunnels
Elevators
Heights
Being Closed In
People with a Specific Phobia can have a panic attack or severe anxiety just thinking of what they fear.
There are 6.3 million adults affected by Specific Phobias. This disorder is twice as common in women than men.
The reason for Specific Phobias is not well understood, but there is some evidence to support the assumption that this disorder might run in families.
Specific Phobias are highly treatable with medication and therapy.
