Saturday 1 May 2010

Phobia

To most people the above is a photograph of a cute white rabbit. To some it is the image of terror.

It was reported in the Times today that a terrified teacher in Germany is suing a 14 year old pupil for drawing a rabbit. The teacher has a serious phobia. To read the full article click here.

Hypnosis is a great way of releasing someone from their phobia. You may know someone who suffers from one of the following top five phobias.

1. Arachnophobia
Fear of spiders that more than often effects women more than men.

2. Ophidiophobia
Fear of snakes. Often attributed to evolutionary causes, personal experiences or cultural influences.

3. Acrophobia
Fear of heights. This fear can lead to anxiety attacks and avoidance of high places.

4. Agoraphobia
The fear of situations in which escape is difficult. This may include crowded areas, open spaces, or situations that are likely to trigger a panic attack. People will begin avoiding these events to the point that they can't leave their home.

5. Cynophobia
Fear of dogs. This phobia is often associated with specific personal experiences such as being bitten by a dog during childhood.

Click here
to read the top 5 strangest fears.

If you or someone you know suffers from a phobia I may be able to help. Contact me now for a free 30 minute consultation.

Tel: 01482 863659

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