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Needle phobia
My friend has extreme needle/ syringe phobia. She is fainting, sweating, getting unconscious even at a look of needle. Although there is no issue with sharp objects like blade, knife. Could you please suggest what is the possible problem
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Your friend is having specific phobia where there is irrational fear and avoidance of specific situation, places, events or objects.
Phobias are often accompanied with high levels of anxiety such as mentioned by you. The more she avoids the more fear will grow in her mind.
So trick is to face the situation without focussing on anxiety and it's associated physical symptoms.
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Take professional help if she is not able to manage herself.
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