Has your child ever been truly terrified of an object or activity? So much so that they refuse to put themselves in a situation or do an activity, no matter how nicely you ask them? In some cases, this may be down to a standard temper tantrum, but if this behavior continues for an extended period, then they may have a phobia. Initially, you should book an appointment with your doctor to see if any underlying conditions cause the symptoms. If they believe that your child has a phobia, then they will refer the child to a specialist, such as a psychologist or a therapist. These specialists will often utilize talk therapy to get to explore the reasons for the phobia and help give the child relaxation techniques to cope with the symptoms. Eventually, they will try and get the child to face their fears in a controlled way.
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