Root Phob Flashcards

Study Notes

Root Phob Vocabulary

Acrophobia: Excessive fear of high places; common in individuals with anxiety disorders.
Claustrophobia: Irrational fear of enclosed spaces; can trigger panic attacks in crowded or tight areas.
Hydrophobia: Abnormal fear of water; may be linked to past traumatic experiences related to drowning.
Phobia: General term for excessive or irrational fear of a specific thing or situation; can disrupt daily life.
Phobic: Adjective describing someone who exhibits excessive fear or aversion towards specific situations or objects.
Photophobia: Intolerance to light; may be associated with migraines or certain medical conditions.
Technophobia: Fear or anxiety regarding technology; can hinder ability in a tech-driven world.
Xenophobia: Fear or hostility towards foreigners or strangers; often rooted in cultural or social differences.

Word Roots

Phob: Root word meaning fear; used in various contexts to describe different types of fear or phobias.
Acro: Root meaning high; found in words related to elevated locations or heights.
Claus: Root meaning to close; contributes to terms associated with confinement or restriction.
Hydr: Root referring to water; commonly seen in words associated with water-related fears or conditions.
Phot: Root meaning light; basis for terms relating to light sensitivity or visual perception.
Techn: Root meaning skill or art; relates to technology and its various applications in society.
Xeno: Root meaning foreigner; often linked to concepts of alienation or cultural differences.

Description

Test your knowledge of phobias with these flashcards. Each card features a word related to fear, along with its definition. Perfect for students learning about psychology or anyone interested in understanding common phobias.