- Phobias are very strong and real fears.
- They make daily life hard to manage.
- Phobias can change work and home life.
- A famous film shows fear of heights.
- In that film a man leaves his job.
- Some phobias focus on one object or place.
- Many people in the country have these fears.
- Phobias can also cause strong emotions.
- Experts can explain what phobias are.
- Help and more information are available.
Difficult words
- phobia — a very strong fear of something or placePhobias
- manage — to control or deal with a situation
- emotion — a strong feeling like fear or happinessemotions
- expert — a person with special knowledge or skillExperts
- explain — to make something clear with words
- available — ready to use or get when needed
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Discussion questions
- Do you have a fear of heights?
- Do fears make daily life hard for you?
- Would you ask an expert for help with a fear?
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