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Book

What are phobias?

Call Number

  • J 616.8522 SHEA (CEN)

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Publication Information

New York : PowerKids Press, 2021.

Physical Description

24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.

Summary

""Phobia" is a word that's thrown around a lot in everyday conversation, but it's often used incorrectly. A phobia is a strong, irrational fear of an object or a situation, one that often causes great anxiety. This sensitive and informative volume is a useful guide for readers who may be grappling with a phobia or who know someone who is. In the carefully researched explanations, they'll learn what may cause phobias, how they're diagnosed and treated, and the many people who can offer help and hope to those with phobias"--

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

  • Fear vs. phobia
  • Types of phobias
  • What are the symptoms?
  • Causes of phobias
  • Getting help
  • Treating a phobia
  • Living with a phobia
  • How to help others
  • Not alone.

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