As the most common anxiety disorder, it?s surprising how little we know about phobias. Phobias develop because of irrational fears about people, objects, animals or situations. Some phobias can be traced back to childhood, but there is no clear stage in life that phobias are more likely to begin.
There are three main types of phobias: Agoraphobias are a generalized fear about leaving ones home or a place where they feel safe. Specific phobias are phobias of objects, animals, insects, etc. Social phobias are phobias about being among other people. Being embarrassed by the scrutiny of others is a primary driver for social phobias.
There are a lot of different ways to treat phobias. All effective treatments involve some sort of desensitization process, usually through repeated exposure.
Cognitive behavioral theory teaches the phobic to analyze their phobic thoughts and develop solutions. This type of treatment often involves the phobic proceeding through a series of steps. As the phobic learns to manage their anxiety at each step, they proceed to the next.
There is no one answer to the question ?How to treat phobias?. Furthermore, no treatment method has been scientifically proven as effective. What works for one will not work for another.
Phobias are all around us, though the appropriate terms may not be used. Though the reasons for the phobia are often imagined, their effects are very real.
Those seeking help for their phobias will likely try a few different techniques until they find the one that works for them. Many phobias are deep rooted and can often be traced back to childhood.
Phobias are treatable, provided the phobic is ready and willing to go through treatment. Phobics know their fears are irrational and unfounded, but facing them is a completely different story. Some phobic?s may be able to self treat while others will require the expertise and guidance of a licensed professional.
There are three main types of phobias: Agoraphobias are a generalized fear about leaving ones home or a place where they feel safe. Specific phobias are phobias of objects, animals, insects, etc. Social phobias are phobias about being among other people. Being embarrassed by the scrutiny of others is a primary driver for social phobias.
There are a lot of different ways to treat phobias. All effective treatments involve some sort of desensitization process, usually through repeated exposure.
Cognitive behavioral theory teaches the phobic to analyze their phobic thoughts and develop solutions. This type of treatment often involves the phobic proceeding through a series of steps. As the phobic learns to manage their anxiety at each step, they proceed to the next.
There is no one answer to the question ?How to treat phobias?. Furthermore, no treatment method has been scientifically proven as effective. What works for one will not work for another.
Phobias are all around us, though the appropriate terms may not be used. Though the reasons for the phobia are often imagined, their effects are very real.
Those seeking help for their phobias will likely try a few different techniques until they find the one that works for them. Many phobias are deep rooted and can often be traced back to childhood.
Phobias are treatable, provided the phobic is ready and willing to go through treatment. Phobics know their fears are irrational and unfounded, but facing them is a completely different story. Some phobic?s may be able to self treat while others will require the expertise and guidance of a licensed professional.
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Understanding the anxiety disorder is the first step in the healing process. Anxiety disorders affect millions - many of which never seek help. If you are reading this, you have already taken the first courageous step! Now, keep the momentum going!
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