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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.
Answered 5/14/2016
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Ask others and see: It is best to recognize and confront your your phobia. Ask others and you will see how many people around you have exaggerated fears of things others don't even notice. Fear is a real emotions. Exaggerated fear-- phobia--is also real and common. If you or a loved one has phobia, do not need to live with it. It is treatable.
Answered 11/4/2013
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