Phobias anyone?

[deserted]

Originally Posted by Rolexophile

Lawyers terrify me.

I'm not pretty much afraid of anything at all except not living up to my full potiental, I am truly one of those pepole that i am my own worst critic....


You should be afraid im a hell of a litigator.....

[AIKO]

Originally Posted by theloxmyth

They serve that on the flights?

Nope, NYOX.

[Bullyterrier]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I'll go first... I am known as: "Latrophobic" Anyone know what that is? A fear of Doctors.

Yea I have white coat syndrome as well...doctors,dentists,hospitals etc.
Oh and also a phobia of scratching my Rolex!

[Taffi Abernathy]

From a purely technical aspect, fears differ from phobias in intensity. For example, people who fear certain situations may nonetheless face them albeit with anxiety. Avoidance of fearful situations is the hallmark of a phobia. If you can do an activity or confront a situation despite your anxiety, you are fearful. If you avoid it as a result of overwhelming fear or panic, then you are phobic. Fears if left untreated can certainly progress to phobias, e.g., agoraphobia, social phobias, etc.

[Udrop1]

I have never had fears of anything growing up and especially not height. Lately i have been having nightmares of falling down from high places and height has been scaring me in my dreams only, anyone know anything about this?

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by Udrop1

I have never had fears of anything growing up and especially not height. Lately i have been having nightmares of falling down from high places and height has been scaring me in my dreams only, anyone know anything about this?

There are only two fears humans are born with - a fear of loud noises and a fear of being dropped (or falling) - all other fears are learned. Sometimes fears arise due to direct experience, e.g., one develops a fear of dogs after being bitten. Other times, fears are symbolic and are not what they appear. Case in point, a fear of falling down from a high place is a common dream which suggests to me you might be experiencing a sense of loss of control or stability in some part of your life. As a rhetorical question, could there perhaps be an important struggle in your life which engenders within you a sense of loss of control? Something for you to think about, but if these dreams persist, and are worrisome, you might want to seek out someone with whom you can share your concerns (friend, clergy, psychotherapist). Best wishes.

[EDGE-M3]

I'm afraid of snakes and dead people.

And I'm not even sure if this is a phobia or not, but everytime one of my family members would leave, I'm always worried that they'll get involved in an accident or something like that. I hate it so much - but I can't figure out how to break the habit. I'm not even sure how it started.

[AIKO]

Originally Posted by EDGE-M3

I'm afraid of snakes and dead people.

And I'm not even sure if this is a phobia or not, but everytime one of my family members would leave, I'm always worried that they'll get involved in an accident or something like that. I hate it so much - but I can't figure out how to break the habit. I'm not even sure how it started.

You would not like my job! About 80 hours of cadaver cadaver training-just the torso-no heads, arms or legs. We just need the spine.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

There are only two fears humans are born with - a fear of loud noises and a fear of being dropped (or falling) - all other fears are learned. Sometimes fears arise due to direct experience, e.g., one develops a fear of dogs after being bitten. Other times, fears are symbolic and are not what they appear. Case in point, a fear of falling down from a high place is a common dream which suggests to me you might be experiencing a sense of loss of control or stability in some part of your life. As a rhetorical question, could there perhaps be an important struggle in your life which engenders within you a sense of loss of control? Something for you to think about, but if these dreams persist, and are worrisome, you might want to seek out someone with whom you can share your concerns (friend, clergy, psychotherapist). Best wishes.

Good post, Faith......glad to have you back and posting.

Your ole' buddy, Cleavage Boy!!

[dalip]

“FEAR is an acronym in the English language for "False Evidence Appearing Real"”

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by EDGE-M3

I'm afraid of snakes and dead people.

And I'm not even sure if this is a phobia or not, but everytime one of my family members would leave, I'm always worried that they'll get involved in an accident or something like that. I hate it so much - but I can't figure out how to break the habit. I'm not even sure how it started.

Erik,

What you're describing - repetitive, intrusive thoughts which are understandably anxiety-provoking - falls under the category of obsessive thinking. This is something over which you can gain control, and you might start by speaking to your family physician. He or she may be able to help or refer you to someone else who can. Many people have these types of thoughts and there are excellent treatment methods out there - just don't give up.

[EDGE-M3]

Originally Posted by AIKO

You would not like my job! About 80 hours of cadaver cadaver training-just the torso-no heads, arms or legs. We just need the spine.

No, not at all. BTW, what do you guys do with the spine?

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Erik,

What you're describing - repetitive, intrusive thoughts which are understandably anxiety-provoking - falls under the category of obsessive thinking. This is something over which you can gain control, and you might start by speaking to your family physician. He or she may be able to help or refer you to someone else who can. Many people have these types of thoughts and there are excellent treatment methods out there - just don't give up.

Thanks Faith. Are you in the line of medicine by chance?

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by EDGE-M3

No, not at all. BTW, what do you guys do with the spine?



Thanks Faith. Are you in the line of medicine by chance?

I'm a psychotherapist by trade. Over the years, I have specialed in working with numerous clients suffering from anxiety disorders, a category which subsumes phobic disorders and obsessions/compulsions. There are wonderful treatment techniques available today. If anyone has fears or phobias which are paralyzing a part of your life, I want to reassure you your concerns are shared by many others and are highly treatable. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Best wishes.

[theloxmyth]

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

I'm a psychotherapist by trade. Over the years, I have specialed in working with numerous clients suffering from anxiety disorders, a category which subsumes phobic disorders and obsessions/compulsions. There are wonderful treatment techniques available today. If anyone has fears or phobias which are paralyzing a part of your life, I want to reassure you your concerns are shared by many others and are highly treatable. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Best wishes.

Hi, Faith!
I need help!

I AM O/C and have a watch problem!

I just stopped at the ONLY local Ball Watch AD and he is making me a pricing offer that I can't refuse!

If I don't look at the brochure, I might not be as tempted as I am.

Hope all is well in Philly.

[dalip]

Originally Posted by theloxmyth

Hi, Faith!
I need help!

I AM O/C and have a watch problem!

I just stopped at the ONLY local Ball Watch AD and he is making me a pricing offer that I can't refuse!

If I don't look at the brochure, I might not be as tempted as I am.

Hope all is well in Philly.

hmmmn - a resident psychotherapist on a Rolex watch forum... flood - gates - wide open
I am sure my anxiety drives my need ... Help

[moviefreak]

the more I fly the less I trust airplanes... And last year a chopper I used to take with people to go to work every month crashed and 10 died.. so I do not like helicopters that much.. but not phobia...

[meloncap78]

I haven't been diagnosed with anything officially but since I quit drinking 3 years ago I always have a low level of anxiety going and sometimes under the right circumstances it elevates to an insane level. I have called 911 on myself once or twice (LOL) and my blood pressure was sky high when they got there. I have since gotten a bit better but I still just don't feel whole for some reason. I think my greatest phobia is health issues. I always think the worst.

[pz93c]

Angoraphobia. Fear of sweaters.

Claustrophobia. Fear of Santa.

[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by meloncap78

I haven't been diagnosed with anything officially but since I quit drinking 3 years ago I always have a low level of anxiety going and sometimes under the right circumstances it elevates to an insane level. I have called 911 on myself once or twice (LOL) and my blood pressure was sky high when they got there. I have since gotten a bit better but I still just don't feel whole for some reason. I think my greatest phobia is health issues. I always think the worst.

Joshua, I am sorry you are having these issues, and it takes BA**S to share them on here, you are a strong man my friend. I congratulate you on your quitting drinking, I have never really drunk alcohol so can't say I know what it's like, but I'm sure it's very difficult at times. I WILL tell you that I had a fear a few years ago of my health, that went as far as panic attacks, long story but I had just turned the age my father was when he had his (second of three) heart attacks, so, subconciously I was telling myself I was over-due for one. Anyway, I got help, and they are completely gone. I guess what I'm trying to say is you've taken some very impressive steps towards healing physically and mentally, I congratulate you and wish you further strength, take it from someone that had anxiety, you WILL get better! My best to you sir!!!

[Lol-x]

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

I'm a psychotherapist by trade. Over the years, I have specialed in working with numerous clients suffering from anxiety disorders, a category which subsumes phobic disorders and obsessions/compulsions. There are wonderful treatment techniques available today. If anyone has fears or phobias which are paralyzing a part of your life, I want to reassure you your concerns are shared by many others and are highly treatable. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Best wishes.

Thanks that is comforting advice

[Lamone]

commercial airplanes!!!
I hate them flying tin-cans.

[wehttaM]

I have a fear of needles. I think every kid dreads of getting a vaccination.

[Brunotheboxer]

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

I'm a psychotherapist by trade. Over the years, I have specialed in working with numerous clients suffering from anxiety disorders, a category which subsumes phobic disorders and obsessions/compulsions. There are wonderful treatment techniques available today. If anyone has fears or phobias which are paralyzing a part of your life, I want to reassure you your concerns are shared by many others and are highly treatable. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Best wishes.

Are you good at analyzing dreams because I have some weird ones?

For example last night I dreamt that my father, my friend Franko, and I were having a football toss back at our old house in the street. Franko and I were on the same side and passing the ball back to my dad. On this last pass Franko was on offense and I was covering him and my dad threw a perfect pass that I couldn't get to. The ball went right threw Frankos hands and hit him in the neck and his head fell off and he died.

I know this sounds really funny but in my dream it was so real it really stressed me out. What do you think this means?

I workout a lot so as a result I sleep really well and deep and I feel this makes me have crazy dreams. Thanks for listening.

[Taffi Abernathy]

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

Are you good at analyzing dreams because I have some weird ones?

For example last night I dreamt that my father, my friend Franko, and I were having a football toss back at our old house in the street. Franko and I were on the same side and passing the ball back to my dad. On this last pass Franko was on offense and I was covering him and my dad threw a perfect pass that I couldn't get to. The ball went right threw Frankos hands and hit him in the neck and his head fell off and he died.

I know this sounds really funny but in my dream it was so real it really stressed me out. What do you think this means?

I workout a lot so as a result I sleep really well and deep and I feel this makes me have crazy dreams. Thanks for listening.

When we dream, our defenses our down allowing unexpressed feelings, conflicts, wishes, etc. to surface. When this material surfaces, it appears to us in symbolic form. Keeping a notebook by the bedside and writing your dreams down when they are fresh enables you to go back and to try to make sense of the elements when you are more awake. Most importantly, ask yourself, "What feelings have been elicited by this dream?"

Certain dreams entertain themes which are universal such as fear of falling from a height and losing one's teeth. More specific to you, Bruno, your dream is highly personal and specific to you and your relationships. Without knowing anything about you (other than your having a great sense of humor) and your relationship with significant others, I can't provide you with the meaning and specificity that I know you are looking for. Nonetheless, I may be able to give you some pointers which will enable you to dig more deeply on your own.

First, what's the theme here? You, your "friend" and your father are engaged in an activity which has most likely taken place at an earlier place in time (symbolized by your old house). Your friend is on your side while your dad is on the opposing team. In your terms, your role was "to cover" (protect) your friend/team mate, but your perceived failure to do so resulted in your dad taking an assertive action (throwing a perfect pass), thus leading to your friend's demise. More than this, I cannot say. I do not know whether this friend, was in fact a friend, relative or a part of you, and it may be that you have some unresolved feelings about not providing someone with adequate protection or wishing you behaved more assertively in a given situation. Most importantly, you say you awoke feeling stressed-out. If you come up with anymore you want to bring up, PM me as I feel protective of privacy. Faith

[Brunotheboxer]

Thanks a lot for your help. Actually in the above situation during the time of the pass my father and Franko would have been on the same team against me.

Franko is like a brother to me and there actually was one time in the past when he did get very hurt and I was not there to save him at a nightclub. Funny thing was it was the only time we didn't go out together.

As bad as this next statement will be perceived there was a group of about 12 of us that would do "anything" that was required to help out a friend in need. And I mean anything as we did not grow up in the best city.

[Taffi Abernathy]

As bad as this next statement will be perceived there was a group of about 12 of us that would do "anything" that was required to help out a friend in need. And I mean anything as we did not grow up in the best city.[/QUOTE]

This is called loyalty. Certain environments necessitate that you do what you have to do to survive.