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Phobias
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Phobias
Over time, your biggest fears can actually develop into a legitimate phobia. Learn to recognize the symptoms and what to expect from a doctor's diagnosis.
Tokophobia: Symptoms and Treatments for Childbirth Fear
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Questions to Ask Yourself After a Preliminary Diagnosis
Medically reviewed by Akeem Marsh, MD
How to Tell the Difference Between a Fear and a Phobia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for a Specific Phobia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
The Symptoms of Agoraphobia
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
How Phobias Differ From Other Mental Disorders
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD
Diagnostic Criteria for Phobias
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD