Phobias - key terms Flashcards
1
Q
Phobia?
A
an irrational fear of an object / situation which can be behavioural, emotional or cognitive
2
Q
DSM system?
A
diagnostic and statistical manual of mental health disorders - updated
3
Q
DSM?
A
5 categories of phobia
4
Q
Specific phobia?
A
phobia of an object, such as an animal, or a situation like flying on a plane
5
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Agoraphobia?
A
fear of being outside/in public places