Phobias
Welcome to our Phobias self-help page. Here we explore what phobias are, potential causes, self-help techniques and what support and treatments are available. We also advise how friends and family can help
What are Phobias?
Phobias are a debilitating and overwhelming fear of particular situations such as people, places, situations, animals or feelings. For example, you may have an overwhelming fear of spiders or even people and social situations. Symptoms can range from sweating, trembling, and feeling nauseous to having chest pains and feeling detached from your body
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What do other people say about Phobias?
John shares his experience of social phobia and the steps he is taking to recover
Jennifer shares her experience of living with emetophobia
Useful Contacts
Anxiety UK
Overview: Information and support for people experiencing phobias and anxiety
Telephone: 0844 477 5774
Website: www.anxietyuk.org.uk
Be Mindful
Overview: Information about mindfulness and local courses available
Website: www.bemindful.co.uk
Elefriends
Overview: A supportive, online community for anyone with mental health problems
Website: www.elefriends.org.uk
No Panic
Overview: Information and support for people with phobias, anxiety disorders and panic attacks
Telephone: 0800 138 8889
Website: www.nopanic.org.uk
No More Panic
Overview: Information and support for people experiencing anxiety disorders, panic and phobias
Website: www.nomorepanic.co.uk
Triumph Over Phobia
Overview: Advice and information for people with phobias
Telephone: 01225 571 740
Website: www.topuk.org
Have you checked out our Online Directory? There you will find a vast database of local organisations who offer support and advice across a variety of areas
References
Nhs.uk. (2016). Phobias - NHS Choices. [online] Available at: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Phobias/Pages/Introductionx [Accessed 10 Oct. 2016]
Mind.org.uk. (2016). Phobias | Mind, the mental health charity - help for mental health problems. [online] Available at: http://mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/phobias/ [Accessed 10 Oct. 2016]
