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Is having a severe phobia a mental disorder?
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Phobias are a: diagnosis of a highly treatable neurotic mental disorder. Contact a psychologist and you can overcome the phobia relatively quickly. Cognitive behavioral techniques are highly effective.
Answered 5/29/2016
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Phobia: Specific phobias are mentioned in the DSM5 as mental disorders. They are also commonly treated in cognitive behavioral therapy.
Answered 3/20/2015
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Phobia: Yes, it is an Anxiety disorder.
Answered 5/26/2015
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Can be.: A problem only becomes a disorder if it affects your ability to lead a normal life. If you find yourself unable to interact w/ people or accomplish the things you need to do the you have a disorder that warrants treatment with psychiatric medications, such as SSRIs.
Answered 5/28/2016
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