Fears and Phobias Flashcard

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What does the word 'unsafe' mean?

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In danger.

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How should the phrase 'two things-storms-and loud noises' be punctuated?

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two things-storms and loud noises.

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What does the section 'How Fear Works' explain?

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The way the brain and body respond to fear.

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What does fear help us do?

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Protect us from danger.

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What is a healthy fear?

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A fear that cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous.

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What is the purpose of the boxed feature after paragraph 7?

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To point out that some people react positively to fear.

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What is a phobia?

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An extreme or irrational fear of a specific object or situation.

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What are common fears in young children?

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Fears of the dark, being alone, strangers, and monsters.

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How can fear be beneficial?

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It can alert us to danger and help us avoid harmful situations.

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What is the difference between fear and phobia?

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Fear is a normal emotional response, while a phobia is an excessive and irrational fear.