Phobias

<p><b>Combining popular appeal with accessibly written entries suitable for research projects this fascinating encyclopedia provides a thorough introduction to the psychological and scientific aspects of phobias.</b> <p/>Many people have irrational fears. Phobias affect about 19 million Americans each year. So is fear normal? At what point do fears become clinical phobias? <i>Phobias: The Psychology of Irrational Fear</i> is the definitive volume on a broad range of topics related to fears and phobias. After an introduction to the subject of fear and phobias the encyclopedia presents approximately 200 A-Z cross-referenced entries that address phobias from a variety of angles-types of fears root causes physiological and psychological effects classification and treatments. <p/>The work presents accurate authoritative and up-to-date information based on scientific evidence. The majority of the numerous contributors are anxiety disorder researchers and clinicians who possess cutting-edge knowledge of their areas of expertise. Ideal for both high school students and general audiences readers will be engaged by high-interest content that not only details and explains various phobias but enables them to trace the history theories and practices associated with the study and treatment of phobias.</p>