Persistent, excessive fears of certain objects or situations are called ______.
A) specific phobias
B) social phobias
C) complex phobias
D) agoraphobia

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Specific phobias involve persistent, excessive and irrational fears of specific objects or situations such as spiders, heights, or flying. Social phobias involve persistent fear of being humiliated or embarrassed in social situations. Complex phobias such as agoraphobia involve fear of multiple situations or environments.

Persistent, Excessive Fears of Certain Objects or Situations Are Called