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What is a "Phobia"?
A phobia is a persistent irrational fear of an object or a situation that's generally considered harmless. Accompanying the fear is a strong desire to avoid what you fear and, in some cases, an inability to function at normal tasks in your job and in social settings.
Phobias are among several anxiety disorders, which also include panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. More than 12 percent of the population experiences a phobia at some point in life, making this disorder the most common mental illness in the United States.
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Last Updated on Friday, 11 December 2009 14:30 |
