Phobias can be diagnosed as a disorder themselves, but disorders such as Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD are all often associated with phobias.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, phobias are considered to be sub-types of anxiety disorder (psychiatric disorder).
Simple phobia/specific phobia, social phobia and agoraphobia are indeed all anxiety disorders.
The link below a lists of all different phobias from A to Z. There is a site called Phobialist that has a long list of phobias that people can suffer from. The website Fearintofreedom also has a list as well as information about overcoming phobias.
Generally speaking, yes, phobias can lead to compulsive disorder. Still, it depends on the severeness of the phobias.
They say some are.
Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) can be effective in treating various mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It helps individuals identify and challenge irrational beliefs and thought patterns that contribute to their emotional distress.
Some questions about abnormal psychology that can help us better understand and address mental health disorders include: What are the underlying causes of specific mental health disorders? How do genetics and environment contribute to the development of mental health disorders? What are the most effective treatment options for different mental health disorders? How can early detection and intervention improve outcomes for individuals with mental health disorders? What role do societal factors, such as stigma and access to care, play in the prevalence and treatment of mental health disorders?
Many are, but require awareness and acceptance from the afflicted. There should be some health awareness campaigns to reduce mental disorders.
A good thesis statement on phobias could be: "Phobias are debilitating anxiety disorders that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, but with proper diagnosis, treatment, and support, individuals can successfully manage and overcome their phobias."
David A. Clark has written: 'Cognitive therapy of anxiety disorders' 'Cognitive therapy of anxiety disorders' -- subject(s): Anxiety disorders, PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / Anxieties & Phobias, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Social Work, Treatment, PSYCHOLOGY / Psychotherapy / General, Cognitive therapy, MEDICAL / Psychiatry / General 'Scientific foundations of cognitive theory and therapy of depression' -- subject(s): Affective disorders, Cognitive therapy, Depression, Mental, Mental Depression
Some of the problem associated with mental problems are the eating disorders,mood disorders and anxiety disorders.
None. Eating disorders are not contagious. Although there may be some possibility that a predisposition to them (the disorders) could be hereditary in some instances, much like some other mental illnesses.