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Could a phobia be considered a handicap?
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Yes: A handicap is something that prevents normal functioning in society. For some people a phobia if severe enough could be considered to be a handicap. This would best be determined by a psychiatrist.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Yes -: It most certainly can. Phobias can prevent us from enjoying life. Luckily, there are good treatments for phobias utilizing cognitive behavioral methods.
Answered 9/8/2013
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