Question 1

is there real phobias?

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Hmmmmmm...: If you mean "are phobias really a medical diagnosis which people suffer from?" ... Yes.
If you mean "are there things that people should really be afraid of?" ... Again, the answer is yes.  But those are not phobias.  Those are appropriate and based on reality.

Question 2

how can i fight my phobias?

Accepted Answer

Graded exposure: Integrating gradual exposure along with development of relaxation skills will be helpful.  These are variable person to person and require careful consideration of your own experience and situation.  Taking things too quickly can lead to more difficulty but you want to push yourself - it's supposed to feel hard.  But your experience in time will tell you you've done it without bad consequence.

Question 3

how common are real phobias?

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Very: There are many possible phobias and they are all real. Common are fear of small spaces and spiders and snakes.  All are real, but not usually disabling.

Question 4

what are some common phobias?

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Phobias: Fear of: germs, confined spaces, elevators, heights, flting, spiders, embarrassment.

Question 5

how do i cure my random phobia?

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Phobia V Panic: A phobic response occurs when you are specifically exposed to a stimulus that causes you to experience anxiety.  A a panic attack occurs out of the blue in a situation where you would not expect to be uncomfortable.  If you feel that your phobia is random, perhaps you are referring to panic attacks?  Treatment for both respond well to cbt and pharmacotherapy when needed.

Question 6

why phobias seem to last so long?

Accepted Answer

If not treated: Phobias will usually persist lifelong unless they are addressed head on.  Patients who avoid whatever they fear, will likely suffer the rest of their life.  Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is highly effective treatment for phobias, including gradual and progressive exposure to whatever patient fears.  Please get your Phobia addressed asap.

Question 7

what do you think of air phobias ?

Accepted Answer

Aerophobia?: It can be treated through cognitive behavioral therapy.

Question 8

how do i know if i have a bug phobia?

Accepted Answer

If you freak out when: You encounter bugs, or become very afraid in their presence then  you have a bug phobia. Best wishes.

Question 9

how do i remove my phobia of studies ?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatry: If you have a serious, debilitating phobia, you should see a psychiatrist for further evaluation.

Question 10

what can i do about my phobia of bugs?

Accepted Answer

Phobia: Behavior modification techniques of gradual exposure thru imagery, with desensitization.

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