Insights Into Teens: Episode 11 "Fears and Phobias"

Madison and Joe tackle the sensitive subject of fears. We discuss what fear is versus phobia, what the typical symptoms of each area, how such things are useful and we discuss statistics about fears and phobias and find out they aren't nearly as uncommon as you might think. We learn that fear is a healthy natural defensive mechanism of the body and that phobias aren't irrational fears but an over-reaction by a part of the brain that can be overcome with the proper training. We also discuss some commonly effective methods of overcoming your fears and phobias.