common signs of phobias
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- Phobia Signs and Symptoms. Panic attack is common in people with agoraphobia, social phobia, and specific phobia. Symptoms experienced during a panic attack include the following: 1  Abdominal distress (diarrhea, nausea, constipation). 2  Chest pain or discomfort. 3  Chills or hot flashes. 4  Fear of dying.
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Phobias - Topic Overview The cause of phobias is unknown. If you have a family member with a phobia, you are more likely to have a phobia. Sometimes a person might have a phobia because he or she: 1  Had something bad happen, such as being bitten by a dog.  Had a panic attack in a specific situation, such as being in an elevator.
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- Anxiety symptoms may be different based on the particular condition or disorder, but common symptoms include: 1  Excessive, irrational, or uncontrollable feelings of worry and dread. 2  Sensations of panic and uneasiness for no apparent reason. 3  Obsessive thoughts. 4  Ritualistic behavior. 5  Trouble sleeping. 6  Heart palpitations.
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Phobia - Simple/specific Back to Top Symptoms. Being exposed to the feared object, or even thinking about being exposed to it causes an anxiety reaction. 1  This fear or anxiety is much stronger than the real threat. 2  You may sweat excessively, have problems controlling your muscles or actions, or have a fast heart rate.
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Causes of phobias Causes for Simple Phobias. Specific (or simple) phobias often seem to develop in early childhood between the ages of 4 and 8 years old. Certain events in life or unpleasant experiences can often plant a seed, which will grow overtime and slowly turn into some sort of phobia. For instance, an unpleasant experience in a confined (or small) space could potentially lead to claustrophobia in a later stage of life.
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- There are several recognized types of anxiety disorders, including: 1  Panic disorder: People with this condition have feelings of terror that strike suddenly and repeatedly with no warning.ymptoms vary depending on the type of anxiety disorder, but general symptoms include: 1  Feelings of panic, fear, and uneasiness. 2  Problems sleeping. 3  Cold or sweaty hands and/or feet. 4  Shortness of breath. 5  Heart palpitations.
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Fears and Phobias Most individuals understand that they are suffering from an irrational fear, but are powerless to override their initial panic reaction. Phobias (in the clinical meaning of the term) are the most common form of anxiety disorders.
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All About Athazagoraphobia Athazagoraphobia Symptoms. Fears and the reaction to such fears define athazagoraphobia. A person with this disorder will exhibit physical, psychological and behavioral symptoms. The behavioral symptoms will manifest when the person tries desperately to avoid an instance of the excruciating anxiety the athazagoraphobia causes.
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Recognizing Anxiety: Symptoms, Signs, and Risk Factors Phobias are also anxiety disorders. Common phobias include fear of tight spaces (claustrophobia) and fear of heights (acrophobia). It creates a powerful urge to avoid the feared object or situation. Panic disorder causes panic attacks spontaneous feelings of anxiety, terror, or impending doom. Physical symptoms include heart palpitations, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
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Phobia For other uses, see Phobia (disambiguation). A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder, defined by a persistent fear of an object or situation. The phobia typically results in a rapid onset of fear and is present for more than six months. The affected person will go to great lengths to avoid the situation or object, typically to a degree greater than the actual danger posed.
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- Panic attack is common in people with agoraphobia, social phobia, and specific phobia. Symptoms experienced during a panic attack include the following: 1  Abdominal distress (diarrhea, nausea, constipation). 2  Chest pain or discomfort. 3  Chills or hot flashes. 4  Fear of dying.
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- They are most commonly prescribed when the symptoms of social phobia occur in specific situations, such as “stage fright.”. Some people do better with CBT, while others do better with medication. Still others do best with a combination of the two.ocial phobia is a strong fear of being judged by others and of being embarrassed. This fear can be so strong that it gets in the way of going to work or school or doing other everyday things. Everyone has felt anxious or embarrassed at one time or another.
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Fears and Phobias Approximately 8% to 18% of Americans suffer from phobias. Broken down by age and gender, the phobias are generally one of the most common mental illness among women in all age groups and the second most common illness among men older than 25.
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Specific Phobias In this article. The term phobia refers to a group of anxiety symptoms brought on by certain objects or situations. A specific phobia, formerly called a simple phobia, is a lasting and unreasonable fear caused by the presence or thought of a specific object or situation that usually poses little or no actual danger.
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Phobias 1 The three classes of phobias are social phobia (fear of public speaking, meeting new people or other social situations), agoraphobia (fear of being outside), and specific phobias (fear of other items or situations).
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Phobias Symptoms. Symptoms of phobias are similar to those of a panic attack. When faced with the specific object, activity, or situation that is the subject of intense fear, an individual with a phobia may exhibit the following symptoms: 1  Uncontrollable feelings of anxiety, dread, and panic. 2  Rapid heart rate. 3  Difficulty breathing. 4  Sweating.
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NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms Children are commonly afraid of things like monsters, dogs or water. This is a perfectly normal part of growing up, but has the potential to become a phobia (a type of anxiety disorder) when the fear becomes overwhelming and affects your child's day-to-day life. Read about phobias.
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Phobias and Irrational Fears Physical symptoms of a phobia. 1  Difficulty breathing. 2  Racing or pounding heart. 3  Chest pain or tightness. 4  Trembling or shaking.
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Phobia Causes, Signs and Symptoms of Phobia Panic attack is common in people with agoraphobia, social phobia, and specific phobia. Symptoms experienced during a panic attack include the following: 1  Abdominal distress (diarrhea, nausea, constipation).
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12 Signs You May Have an Anxiety Disorder Irrational fears. Some anxiety isn't generalized at all; on the contrary, it's attached to a specific situation or thing—like flying, animals, or crowds. If the fear becomes overwhelming, disruptive, and way out of proportion to the actual risk involved, it's a telltale sign of phobia, a type of anxiety disorder.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder Generalized anxiety disorder not only affects the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves, but can lead to physical symptoms as well. Signs and symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder include: 1  excessive, ongoing worry and tension. 2  an unrealistic view of problems. 3  restlessness or a feeling of being edgy.  irritability.
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Ten Common Dog Fears and Phobias Astraphobia is a fear of thunder, and it is a very common phobia in dogs. The degree of this fear can differ between dogs. Some may just have a mild fear of thunder. In this case, a dog may tremble slightly or you may notice flattened ears and a tucked tail during a thunderstorm.
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Anxiety  In-Depth Report 1 Specific Phobia: Going to extreme lengths to avoid an activity or object because of fear of danger or harm. 2  Examples: Fear of heights, snakes, spiders. 3  Social Phobia: A fear of being humiliated or underperforming in social situations. 4  Also known as social anxiety disorder.
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100 Weird Phobias That Really Exist Many people are afraid of snakes, rats or bats, but these phobias represent the fear of more random animals. 1  Ornithophobia: The fear of birds — especially pigeons — is referred to as ornithophobia, and is actually a fairly common phobia. 2  Lutraphobia: While some people think they’re cute, others are afraid of otters.
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- Basiphobic symptoms can be mental, emotional and physical. The anxiety and fear can go from mild feelings of apprehension to a full-blown panic attack. Typically, the closer you are to what you’re afraid of, the greater your fear will be. You can test the severity of your problem with this 2-minute online falling phobia test.
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12 Signs You May Have an Anxiety Disorder It's not easy. Anxiety comes in many different forms—such as panic attacks, phobia, and social anxiety—and the distinction between an official diagnosis and normal anxiety isn't always clear. Here's a start: If you experience any of the following symptoms on a regular basis, you may want to talk with your doctor. 1 of 14.