8 Questions
Which of the following best describes specific phobia?
An extreme fear that is associated with a specific object, situation, or concept
What is a common characteristic of specific phobia?
Avoidance of the fear-inducing object or situation
What is a key characteristic of specific phobia?
Patients are anxious about a particular situation
What distinguishes a phobia from a normal fear?
The fear is extreme and causes significant distress
Which of the following best describes specific phobia?
An extreme fear that is irrational and unreasonable
What is a common consequence of specific phobia?
Avoidance of the fear-inducing object or situation
What distinguishes specific phobia from a normal fear?
Specific phobia is an extreme type of fear
What percentage of patients with specific phobia have more than one specific phobia?
75%
Study Notes
Defining Specific Phobia
- A persistent and excessive or unreasonable fear of a specific object, situation, or activity
- A common characteristic: anxiety or avoidance of a specific object, situation, or activity
Phobia vs. Normal Fear
- A phobia is distinguished from a normal fear by its excessive or unreasonable nature
- A phobia is also characterized by avoidance of the feared object, situation, or activity
Consequences of Specific Phobia
- Can significantly impair a person's daily life and relationships
Prevalence of Specific Phobia
- Approximately 75% of patients with specific phobia have more than one specific phobia
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