A phobia is a fear that is out of proportion to any real danger. If a phobia interferes with your ability to lead a normal life then it may be considered an anxiety disorder. Common phobias are fears of heights, spiders, mice, blood, injections or enclosed space (claustrophobia).
Attribution: BUPA
See also:
- Anxiety disorder
- Types of anxiety disorder
- Social phobia & anxiety disorder
- Symptoms of anxiety disorder