An irrational fear of some object or particular situation is called ____________.

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A specific phobia is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by excessive and irrational fear of a particular object or situation, such as heights, spiders, or flying. Agoraphobia is a fear of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing, while social anxiety disorder involves a fear of social situations and being judged or scrutinized by others. An interactive phobia is not a recognized term in psychology.

An Irrational Fear of Some Object or Particular Situation Is