Trypanophobia

Have you ever wondered what the medical name of this fear is? This phobia is called trypanophobia. I know that this phobia is caused by past experiences, and I know some of the symptoms can range from crying, to becoming extremely aggressive towards practitioners. I also know that no one enjoys injections or any procedure that requires a needle, but most people at least tolerate it. Is the only way to have this phobia through experience, or are their other ways? This paper will go over, its effects on people and the different types of this phobia. I will also go over how someone can overcome this phobia alone, and how others can help them overcome their fear. According to a 2015 article called Fear of Needles Phobia-Trypanophobia, about ten percent of people in the world have a fear of needles that are used for medical procedures (Works Cited #6). A phobia is an exaggerated and irrational fear that usually forms during childhood. The fear of needles can be an extremely serious problem (Works Cited #6). It can occur for anyone at any age (Works Cited #1). It is also an intense anxiety disorder that is often not taken care of (Works Cited #6). This fear can cause the person to have anxiety, and panic when confronted with a medical needle. It can also cause the
I was surprised by this because, I just assumed that the only method was to use either hypnotherapy, or talk yourself out of being afraid of the needles. I was also surprised by the fact that ambulance medics use a five step process to help people get over their phobia long enough, so the medics can continue to do their job. I always just thought that the people with the phobia, just had to control