Phobias And Management Flashcards
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What is a phobia?
An irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that leads to avoidance behavior.
True or False: Phobias are considered a type of anxiety disorder.
True
Name one common type of phobia.
Arachnophobia (fear of spiders)
Fill in the blank: A person with ____________ has an intense fear of heights.
acrophobia
What is the term for a fear of social situations?
Social anxiety disorder
True or False: Phobias can often be treated effectively with therapy.
True
What therapy technique involves gradual exposure to the feared object or situation?
Exposure therapy
What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
A type of psychotherapy that helps individuals change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for phobias? A) Medication B) Exposure Therapy C) Ignoring the fear
C) Ignoring the fear
What is the role of desensitization in phobia treatment?
To reduce the emotional response to the feared object or situation through gradual exposure.
Fill in the blank: A phobia can cause significant ____________ in daily functioning.
distress
What is agoraphobia?
A fear of situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable in case of a panic attack.
True or False: Phobias always require medication for management.
False
What type of phobia involves fear of closed spaces?
Claustrophobia
What is systematic desensitization?
A therapeutic technique that involves gradual exposure to the feared object while practicing relaxation techniques.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a symptom of phobia? A) Excessive sweating B) Increased appetite C) Enhanced focus
A) Excessive sweating
What is the difference between a phobia and a fear?
A phobia is an intense, irrational fear that leads to avoidance, while a fear is a normal emotional response to a threat.
Fill in the blank: ____________ is a fear of flying.
Aviophobia
What can trigger a phobia?
Traumatic experiences, learned behaviors, or genetic predisposition.
True or False: Phobias can develop in childhood and persist into adulthood.
True
What is the term for the fear of being judged in social situations?
Social phobia
What is the purpose of exposure therapy in managing phobias?
To help individuals face and gradually reduce their fear response.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a common medication prescribed for anxiety related to phobias? A) Antidepressants B) Antibiotics C) Antihistamines
A) Antidepressants
What is a specific phobia?
An intense, irrational fear of a particular object or situation, such as heights or spiders.
