Most people with a phobia are fully aware of the problem. A person will sometimes choose to live with a phobia, taking great care to avoid the object or situation they're afraid of. But if you have a phobia, continually trying to avoid what you're afraid of will make the situation worse.

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If you need help or are struggling with a problem. Please use the resources below.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Phone: (800) 273-TALK (8255) http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

National Institute of Mental Health 866-615-6464 www.nimh.nih.gov

Social Anxiety Association http://socialphobia.org/

American Psychiatric Association 703-907-7300 www.psychiatry.org/

Anxiety and Depression Association of America 8730 Georgia Ave # 600 Silver Spring MD 20910 (240) 485-1001 www.adaa.org