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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Phobophobia

In my lifetime, I have seen many people that are afraid. It’s a feeling that everyone experiences. Phobophobia is the fear of having fears.

I found that not a lot of personal feelings were placed in this article. Granted most are cut and dry. Most people don’t know how to identify people with Phobophobia. I found this useful and helpful, especially when they don’t even realize they have it. It is seldom that they don’t know it, but it is possible. “If you have phobophobia, you are likely the opposite of an adrenaline junkie. Rather than experiencing a thrill when facing your fears, you may go out of your way to avoid any situation that causes heightened anxiety. Those who have it usually have some form of anxiety (Very Well Mind).”

I wondered after the article about how their lives are affected. I was lucky not to have any real phobias like most people, but this article intrigued me for that specific reason. It brought a lot of questions to light. I found the answer to this question on Very Well Mind. They are often in a limited space. They aren’t risk takers. Which sometimes isolates them and limits the amount they go out and do things. “This self-protective instinct can have devastating effects on your work or school life, causing you to minimize risks that could lead to great rewards. It can also have an impact on your social life by leading you to avoid situations that you perceive as anxiety-inducing.”

I like that the article included some very important information on panic attacks and things associated with having Phobophobia.

The treatment for this phobia is described more clearly in Pain Assist. It explains what recovery periods, healing time, and all treatments that could help. I felt it should have included more along the lines of what is on this page informatory wise. The Wikipedia page was very informative, it just left me with quite a few unanswered questions. Overall, there were multiple great sources I used. Once I put them all together, I answered most of my questions I had.

“Phobophobia.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 15 Sept. 2019, en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phobophobia.

https://www.epainassist.com/mental-health/phobias/what-is-phobophobia-or-fear-of-phobias

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-fear-of-phobias-2671894