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Fears and phobias

pre-intermediate
associations

fear/phobia
Scream
Anxiety
Darkness
Worry
Afraid
Horror
Shocked
Dread
scary stories
Arachnophobia
Claustrophobia
What is the
difference
between fear
and phobia?
Let’s think!
1 Acrophobia

Guess the 2 Astraphobia


phobia
game 3 Claustrophobia
You are given the names of phobias, and your task
is to guess what phobia is this.
4 Nyctophobia
For example: *arachnophobia* is the fear of spiders.
5 Glossophobia

6 Trypophobia
Answer

Acrophobia Astraphobia Claustrophobia

Fear of heights Fear of thunder and Fear of small spaces


lightning
Answer

Nyctophobia Glossophobia Trypophobia

Fear of the dark Fear of public speaking Fear of irregular patterns or


cluster of small holes
Advice column
1 2 3

Dear Advice Column, Dear Advice Column,


Dear Advice Column,
I’m really scared of speaking in
front of people. Even in class, I really need some help! Next
I have a aerophobia. It is a fear
my hands shake, and I forget week our teacher is going to
what I want to say. When I
of flying. Whenever I think
give us a test and I have a lot
have to give a presentation, about getting on a plane, I feel
of stress. In fact, I feel so much
my heart races, and I feel like sick to my stomach. I worry
stress that I can’t eat or sleep
everyone is judging me. I about what might happen
very much. I’m a good student
often avoid opportunities to and can’t relax. This fear has and I usually get high grades
speak up, which makes me stopped me from visiting because I study very hard, but
feel embarrassed and family who live far away. How still I have this fear of exams
frustrated. I know this fear is can I overcome this fear of and tests. What should I do?
holding me back, but I don’t flying? Can you help me?
know how to overcome it. Can
you help me? Sincerely, Samantha
Sincerely, Ben
Sincerely, Lily
Fear is a natural and common emotion that we all experience at some point in
our lives. It is our body’s way of protecting us from potential danger. Fear can be
triggered by a variety of things, such as spiders, heights, or even public
speaking. When we feel fear, our heart rate increases, our palms may become
sweaty, and we may have difficulty breathing. It is important to remember that
fear is not always a bad thing – it can help keep us safe.

There are different types of fear that people may experience. One common type
of fear is known as phobia. A phobia is an extreme or irrational fear of a specific
object, situation, or activity. For example, someone with arachnophobia has an
intense fear of spiders. Some people have a fear of speaking in public, which
means they are scared to talk in front of a group of people. Everyone has their
own fears, and it is completely normal to be afraid of something.

Facing our fears can be a challenging but rewarding experience. It can help us
grow and develop as individuals. It is also important to remember that everyone
experiences fear differently. What may be a fearful situation for one person, may
not be for another. It is important to be understanding and supportive of others
who may have different fears than our own.
1. What are some common fears?
2. What are you most afraid of?
3. Has your fear ever stopped you from
doing something?
4. How do you handle your fears?
5. Do you know anyone with a phobia?
6. Are you afraid of horror movies?
7. What is the scariest movie you have
seen?
8. Can you share a story about facing your
fear?
9. How can people overcome their fears?
10. Do you think facing fears is important?
Why?
11. Are there any animals you are afraid of?
12. How can fear affect your health?
13. Can fear be good for you?
Imagine Dragons - Demons

When the days are cold


No matter what we breed
And the cards all fold
We still are made of ______ (4)
And the saints we see
This is my kingdom come
Are all made of ______ (1)
This is my kingdom come

When your dreams all fail


When you feel my heat
And the ones we hail
Look into my ______ (5)
Are the worst of all
It’s where my demons hide
And the blood’s run ______ (2)
It’s where my demons hide
Don’t get too close
I wanna hide the truth
It’s dark inside
I wanna shelter you
It’s where my demons hide
But with the beast inside
It’s where my demons hide
There’s nowhere we can ______ (3)

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