phobia

• Sustantivo que denota un trastorno de ansiedad caracterizado por un miedo extremo e irracional a objetos, situaciones o acciones específicas. También puede referirse a una aversión o temor intenso y persistente hacia algo.

A noun referring to an anxiety disorder characterized by an extreme and irrational fear of specific objects, situations, or activities.

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   An anxiety disorder characterized by extreme and irrational fear of simple things or social situations.

   Fobia

   • Her phobia of spiders makes it impossible for her to enter the basement.
   • Social phobia can severely limit a person's ability to interact with others.
   • Therapy can help people manage their phobias effectively.