Severe Phobic Responses

Definition

Severe phobic responses refer to intense fear reactions triggered by specific objects, situations, or activities. These responses can significantly disrupt an individual's daily life and may lead them to avoid certain things or places altogether.

Related terms

Specific Phobia: This term refers specifically to an irrational fear or aversion towards a particular object or situation.

Panic Attack: A panic attack is an abrupt surge of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, etc.

Avoidance Behavior: This term describes the tendency for individuals to actively avoid situations or objects that trigger their phobic responses.