What Is Specific phobias?

A mental health condition characterized by an intense fear of a specific object or situation.

Symptoms of Specific phobias?

Gradual exposure to feared situations, relaxation and stress-reduction techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thoughts, medication if necessary.

Intense fear or anxiety about a specific object, situation, or activity

Avoiding the feared object, situation, or activity, or enduring it with intense fear or distress

Physical symptoms of anxiety, such as sweating, trembling, or rapid heartbeat

Worrying about encountering the feared object, situation, or activity

Difficulty functioning in daily life due to the phobia