FEAR CAUSE AND REMEDY: Understanding Confronting and Overcoming fear

Fear is a very common human emotion and is experienced by all. Be it the fear of darkness or of an insect or of the past and even of the future it has been felt by all of us. At times it has sent a chill down our spine and taken control of certain decisions we made. A few of us would have also felt at times that it is getting out of control. Timely recognition of the fear factor and handling it adds quality to our life. This book is an effort to make the reader understand fear its forms permissible levels and the crucial point where one has to seek professional help. The book explores the concept of fear its underlying causes and its impact on the individuals. Also it categorizes types of fear and the psychological mechanisms behind these fears. An analysis of manifestation of fear across different life stages and age groups is also made. Fear as a subject in different religions forms an interesting part of the book. At the end cases of people who withstood the storm of fear to progress in their lives is showcased as glowing examples. The book also provides strategies and techniques that could be helpful in managing fear reducing anxiety and the importance of seeking professional help if necessary. Though it mentions use of neurotransmitters in treating uncontrollable fear the book instructs that medications or drugs must not be taken without the consultation and supervision of a psychiatrist. The book serves as a handy note to understand manage and overcome fear.