What are common facts about phobias?

Surprising facts about phobias

  • #1. A fear and a phobia are not the same thing.
  • #2. There are more than 400 phobias.
  • #3. Some phobias may sound strange.
  • #4. Some phobias didn’t used to exist.
  • #5. Even celebs have phobias.
  • #6. Phobias may be passed down in your DNA.
  • #7.
  • Do you think you have a phobia yourself?

What is something interesting about fear?

Fear Is Physical Stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline are released. Your blood pressure and heart rate increase. You start breathing faster. Even your blood flow changes — blood actually flows away from your heart and into your limbs, making it easier for you to start throwing punches, or run for your life.

What are the most common childhood fears?

Some common childhood fears are:

  • Being alone.
  • The dark.
  • Dogs or other big animals.
  • Bugs.
  • Heights.
  • Getting shots or going to the doctor.
  • Unfamiliar or loud noises.
  • Imaginary monsters — the “thing” under the bed, etc.

What are some of the rarest phobias?

21 Rare and Weird Phobias You’ve Likely Never Heard Of

  1. Arachibutyrophobia (Fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth)
  2. Nomophobia (Fear of being without your mobile phone)
  3. Arithmophobia (Fear of numbers)
  4. Plutophobia (Fear of money)
  5. Xanthophobia (Fear of the color yellow)
  6. Ablutophobia (Fear of bathing)

What can fear lead to?

Fear weakens our immune system and can cause cardiovascular damage, gastrointestinal problems such as ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome, and decreased fertility. It can lead to accelerated ageing and even premature death.

What do 7 year olds worry about?

7 to 8 years – Common fears include being left alone and can lead to wanting company, even if they are playing by themself. They may talk about death and worry about things that could harm them, for example, car accidents to plane crashes.

What causes fear in a child?

The sources of fear may change as the child matures. For example, a fear of the dark or of monsters under the bed may give way to fears of burglary or violence. Tactics that don’t work include teasing the child for being afraid or forcing them to confront frightening situations.