LISTENING: Phobias (B2)

Watch the video twice and complete the blanks with no more than THREE words.

1. ___________% of Americans have a phobia.

2. We can fear situations, places, ___________.

3. If the anxiety is very intense it can result in a ___________.

4. The most common specific phobia is ___________.

5. Many specific phobias are relatively ___________.

6. Specific phobias often begin in __________.

7. A child will probably develop a fear if his ___________ also have this fear.

8. Treatment for the therapy can involve cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure therapy,   ___________, anxiety management or ___________.

9. Treatment helps patients to ___________ their anxiety and overcome their fears.

10. If you or someone you know is affected by a specific you should consult a ___________.







ANSWER KEY:
1. 10
2. animals or objects
3. panick attack
4. fear of animals
5. simple to avoid
6. childhood
7. parents
8. relaxation techniques / medication
9. reduce
10. mental health professional


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