Pelkähdyshäiriö
Pelkähdyshäiriö, also known as a phobia, is an intense and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity. These fears are disproportionate to the actual danger posed and can significantly interfere with a person's daily life. Unlike a simple fear, a phobia is often accompanied by a strong desire to avoid the feared stimulus, leading to anxiety and panic attacks when confronted with it.
There are various categories of phobias. Specific phobias are fears of particular things, such as heights (acrophobia),
The exact causes of phobias are not fully understood but are thought to involve a combination of