What is a phobia? This is a certain pathological condition characterized by irrational and overly obsessive fear, sometimes on the verge of horror. It is often accompanied by anxiety and increased anxiety. There are many different phobias, and among them a few of the most common can be distinguished.
Claustrophobia. This pathological disorder falls into the category of so-called spatial phobias. Claustrophobia is a condition that can worsen in a person who is trapped in a confined space. It is very difficult for claustrophobes to be, for example, in an elevator. Phobia is often accompanied by symptoms of a true panic attack. At the same time, a person can fall into a state of passion: rush around the room, scream and cry, call for help, stop controlling his actions and be aware of what he is doing. Claustrophobia is characterized by a feeling of acute lack of air and obsessive thoughts of imminent death.
Glossophobia. A fairly large number of people all over the world are afraid of public speaking, feel discomfort in front of the public, it is extremely difficult for someone to read a study report in front of an audience. However, as long as this fear does not take on abnormal features, there is nothing to worry about. Glossophobia is the panic that a sick person experiences in a situation where he needs to go on stage or just perform in front of a large group of people (even his acquaintances). In some cases, the glossophobe may even pass out due to anxiety and inner excitement.
Carcinophobia. In recent decades, cases of the development of this particular form of phobia have been increasingly noted. The essence of such a disorder is a panic, often unreasonable fear of contracting cancer. If in a normal person fears about this disease do not go beyond the limits of adequacy, then in a patient with a phobic disorder, his experiences can even spill over into somatic reactions. A carcinophobe can notice increasing symptoms of cancer every now and then, although no medical examinations confirm the suspicions. As with most other phobias, it is almost impossible to cope with this disorder on your own.
Autophobia. As you know, a person needs a society, needs a company, needs to satisfy his needs in socialization, communication. For some individuals, prolonged loneliness can become a real torment, while others can more easily endure the time spent alone with themselves. However, in both cases, there is a risk of developing autophobia - a pathological fear of total loneliness. If this form of the disorder is not corrected, ultimately the phobia can provoke the development of an apathetic state, clinical depression, and bring a person to heavy thoughts of suicide.
Aquaphobia. This irrational fear is associated with water. For a person who suffers from a similar form of phobic disorder, it is very difficult to be near lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water. There can be no question of going swimming in a pond or sea. When entering the water, an aquaphobe can become completely disoriented. Against the background of this condition, the pulse usually jumps, sweating increases, shortness of breath or an acute feeling of lack of oxygen appears. Gradually, panic can cover the aquaphobe with his head. It is worth noting that the pathological fear of water often extends to everyday life: it is painful for a person to contact with water from the shower or from the tap, the usual hygiene procedures become almost impossible.
