A phobia is an intense and often irrational fear that is out of proportion to the actual danger posed by the object or situation. It is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by persistent and excessive fear or avoidance of a specific stimulus such as an animal, object, or social situation. The fear is so intense that it can interfere with daily functioning and quality of life.

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A Phobia Is

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A phobia is:

A) a fearful response to a dangerous stimulus
B) an intense and irrational fear that is out of proportion to the object's actual danger
C) the feeling that people or organizations are out to get us
D) mild arousal that results from being in enclosed spaces

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