Phobias Flashcards

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Define a phobia

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All phobias are characterized by excessive fear and anxiety, triggered by an object, place or situation, where the extent of the fear is out of proportion to any real danger presented by the phobic stimulus.

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Behavioural characteristics of phobias

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PANIC- crying, screaming, running away in response to phobic stimulus.
AVOIDANCE- avoid the phobic stimulus, impacts everyday life.
ENDURANCE- remains in presence of phobic stimulus , but continues to experience high levels of anxiety.

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Emotional characteristics of phobias

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ANXIETY

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