Understanding Phobias

What distinguishes a phobia from everyday fears?

• Phobias are rational fears.

• Phobias are mild and easily managed.

• Phobias do not affect daily life.

• Phobias are extreme and irrational fears.

Which of the following is NOT a common phobia?

• Fear of open spaces

• Fear of blood

• Fear of moths

• Fear of enclosed spaces

What is the fear of snakes called?

• Ophidiophobia

• Cynophobia

• Arachnophobia

• Acrophobia

How do people with phobias often react to their fears?

• They catastrophize and overestimate the threat.

• They ignore the fear completely.

• They calmly assess the situation.

• They underestimate the threat.

What is a common physical symptom of phobias?

• Increased appetite

• Decreased heart rate

• Muscle control issues

• Improved concentration

What is a potential cause of developing a phobia?

• Listening to loud music

• Reading about phobias

• Having a family member with a phobia

• Watching a scary movie

How might a phobia be diagnosed?

• Through a vision test

• Through a blood test

• By a healthcare professional asking specific questions

• By self-diagnosis

What is a key component of cognitive behavior therapy for phobias?

• Ignoring the fear

• Identifying and correcting mistaken beliefs

• Avoiding the feared object

• Taking medication

What is the goal of exposing a patient to their feared situation in therapy?

• To make them forget the fear

• To increase their fear

• To help them take acceptable risks

• To make them avoid the situation

What is the likelihood of successful treatment for specific phobias?

• Impossible

• High with professional care

• Moderate

• Very low