PHOBIA
A phobia is an unjustified and excessive fear
reaction. If you have a phobia, you may have a
deep sense of dread or panic when
confronting the source of your fear.
There may be legitimate fears about a specific
location, scenario, or thing. Unlike general
anxiety disorders, phobias are frequently
linked to something specific.
PHOBIA
A phobia is an unjustified and excessive fear reaction. If you have a phobia, you may have a deep sense of dread or panic when confronting the source of your fear. There may be legitimate fears about a specific location, scenario, or thing. Unlike general anxiety disorders, phobias are frequently linked to something specific.
When someone suffers from a phobia, they will typically modify their lives to avoid circumstances that they believe are dangerous. The perceived threat outweighs any actual threat offered by the terror source. Phobias are medically diagnosable mental disorders. When confronted with the source of the phobia, the person will be in immense pain. This can make individuals unable to operate normally and possibly cause panic episodes.
Types of Phobias
Specific Phobia:
A specific phobia is an irrational fear of a specific factor.
Social Phobia:
The fear of public humiliation and being singled out or criticized by others in a social environment is known as social phobia or social anxiety. For someone with social anxiety, huge social gatherings are frightening.
Agoraphobia:
Agoraphobia is a concern of situations from which it would be difficult to escape if a person became panicked, such as being in an elevator or being outside of one's home. It's sometimes misconstrued as a fear of open spaces, although it can also refer to being trapped in a small place, such as an elevator, or on public transportation.
Symptoms of Phobia :
- a speeding or pounding heart
- loss of breath
- fast speech or difficulty to talk
- dry mouth
- stomach ache
- Nausea and
- High Blood Pressure
- shivering or trembling
- stiffness or pain in the chest
- a feeling of choking
- lightheadedness or dizziness
- a feeling of impending doom
- excessive sweating
Treatment:
Phobias are very curable, and sufferers are almost always aware of their condition. This aids in diagnosing. To address a phobia that has already been identified, speaking with a psychologist or psychiatrist is a good first step. Antidepressants and anti-anxiety drugs can assist to reduce emotional and physical responses to fear. A mix of medication and professional psychotherapy is frequently the most effective.
Beta-blockers:
are medications that prevent the body from producing hormones such as increased heart rate, high blood pressure, pounding heart, and shaky voice and limbs, which these medications control.
Sedatives:
Anti-anxiety medicines such as benzodiazepines can help you relax. If you have a history of alcohol or drug abuse, you should avoid sedatives because they can be addictive.
CONCLUSION:
Come to Dr. Agahi's clinic to improve your quality of life so that your fears no longer limit you. Our doctor will customize a treatment plan for you that will allow you to recover from the ongoing trauma that you have been suffering from. It is crucial to seek help if you have a phobia. Although overcoming phobias is difficult, there is hope. You may learn to manage your fears and live a productive and satisfying life with the correct treatment.
Consult Dr. Agahi today!