TYPES OF PHOBIAS

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MILDRED A. SANTOS
DR. FLORABEL F. SANTOS DISCUSSANT/REPORTER
PROFESSOR SDO - MALABON
 Types of phobia

Phobias can develop around any object

or situation. Some people may
experience multiple phobias. They can
be broadly categorized into two groups:

 Specific phobias
PHOBIA  Complex phobias
A phobia is a type of
anxiety disorder. It is an extreme
form of fear or anxiety, triggered
by a particular situation or object
Specific phobias
These are phobias
about a specific object or situation,
such as spiders or flying. They often
develop in childhood or adolescence.
For some people, they might become
less severe as they get older.
Some fairly common specific phobias are:
 Animal phobias. Such as dogs, insects,
snakes or rodents.
 Phobias of the natural environment.
Such as heights, water, darkness,
storms or germs.
 Situational phobias. Such as flying,
going to the dentist, tunnels, small
spaces or escalators.
 Body-based phobias. Such as blood,
vomit, injections, choking, medical
procedures or childbirth.
 Sexual phobias. Such as sexual acts or
fear of nudity
plutophobia

Complex phobias
Complex phobias tend to have a more
disruptive or overwhelming impact on
your life than specific phobias. They
tend to develop when you are an
adult.
Two of the most common complex
phobias are:
 Social phobia
 Agoraphobia
Social phobia
- is also known as social
anxiety disorder, it is a common
anxiety disorder characterized by an
intense fear of social situations and a
persistent concern about being
scrutinized, judged, or embarrassed by
others.
Agoraphobia
-is a complex anxiety disorder
characterized by a significant fear or
anxiety about being in situations or places
where escape or help might be difficult or
unavailable if the individual were to
experience a panic attack or intense fear
Technophobia: Fear of technology
- is the fear or aversion to
technology or advanced techno-logical
devices and systems. Individuals with
technophobia may experience anxiety,
fear, or discomfort when confronted with
modern technology, such as computers,
smartphones, the internet, or other
electronic devices.
Scolionophobia: Fear of school
- is a specific phobia
characterized by an intense and
irrational fear of school. This fear can
be related to various aspects of the
school environment, including the
physical setting, the academic demands,
social interactions, or a combination of
these factors.
Pedophobia: Fear of children
- is a specific phobia
characterized by an intense and
irrational fear of children or infants.
Individuals with pedophobia may
experience significant anxiety,
discomfort, or fear when they are
around children or even when they
think about encountering them.
Papyrophobia: Fear of paper
- is a specific phobia
characterized by an intense and
irrational fear of paper or items made of
paper. This fear can encompass various
forms of paper, including books,
documents, newspapers, magazines, or
even paper-based products like tissues
or paper towels.
Nomophobia: Fear of being without
your mobile phone

- is a relatively modern term

that refers to the fear or anxiety of
being without one's mobile phone or
smartphone, and it's derived from "no-
mobile-phone phobia.“
It is a term used colloquially to
describe the discomfort, anxiety, or
panic that some individuals experience
when they are separated from their
mobile devices or when their devices
are unavailable
Koinoniphobia: Fear of rooms
- is an uncommon specific
phobia characterized by an irrational
and intense fear of rooms or being
inside enclosed spaces. Individuals
with koinoniphobia may experience
significant anxiety, discomfort, or
panic attacks when they are in rooms
or confined spaces, especially if they
are unable to easily exit.
Glossophobia: Fear of speaking in
public

- is a common and specific

phobia characterized by an intense and
often irrational fear of speaking in front
of an audience. It can encompass
various forms of public speaking,
including giving presentations, speaking
in meetings, or performing on stage.
Many people experience some level of
anxiety or nervousness when speaking
in public, but glossophobia refers to an
extreme and debilitating fear.
Decidophobia: Fear of making
decisions

- it is a term used colloquially

to describe a strong and persistent fear
or anxiety related to making decisions.
Individuals with decidophobia may find
it challenging to make choices,
regardless of whether they are
significant life decisions or simple
everyday choices.
Bibliophobia: Fear of books

- is a specific phobia
characterized by an irrational and
intense fear or anxiety related to books
or the idea of reading. People with
bibliophobia may experience significant
discomfort or anxiety when they
encounter books, are asked to read, or
even think about reading. This fear can
limit their engagement with written
materials and have various negative
effects on their lives.
Arithmophobia: Fear of numbers

- is a specific phobia
characterized by an irrational and
intense fear or anxiety related to
numbers or mathematical concepts.
Individuals with arithmophobia may
experience significant discomfort or
anxiety when they encounter numbers,
engage in mathematical tasks, or even
think about mathematical problems.
This fear can affect various aspects of
their daily lives.

"Courage is not the absence
of fear, but the triumph over it." -
Nelson Mandela
This quote reminds us that it's
natural to experience fear, including
phobias, but overcoming fear and
phobias is a testament to our inner
strength and resilience. With the right
support and strategies, individuals can
triumph over their fears and lead
fulfilling lives.
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 Maraming Salamat
po !!!

MILDRED A. SANTOS
SDO - MALABON