A highly focused, irrational fear of an object or situation is likely to be classified as:

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A phobic disorder is characterized by a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object or situation. This fear is excessive and unreasonable, and often leads to avoidance or intense anxiety when confronted with the feared object or situation. Generalized anxiety disorder involves excessive and persistent worry about a number of different things, while panic disorder involves recurrent, unexpected panic attacks. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by the presence of intrusive and distressing obsessions or compulsions.

A Highly Focused, Irrational Fear of an Object or Situation