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Fear of Flying
Pteromerhanophobia - The Fear Of Flying
Pteromerhanophobia, probably better known as fear of flying, is an extremely common condition, caused not so much by a lone fear as by a combination of thoughts, fears and various triggers.
Some of the more common problems that constitute a fear of flying may include:
- Claustrophobia
- Feeling out of control
- Fear of panic attacks
- Fear of vomiting
- Flying over water
- Fear of terrorism
- Fear crashing
Fear alone is not a bad thing, but is a normal and healthy response to a threat or threatening situation. However, anxiety is a different matter. Anxiety is a fear of what MAY happen, not what IS actually happening, and as such can become much more of a problem.
If you experience anxiety whilst flying, just ask yourself if your fear stems from what IS happening or what MAY happen. The odds are that it is your thoughts and not reality that is causing your anxiety. The fact is that statistically, an aircraft is an extremely safe method of transport.
A highly effective way of eliminating your fear of flying is to gain a better understanding of what a flight involves. Armed with quality information about the science, engineering and safety aspects, it will be much easier to enjoy flying.
If you have concerns about the dangers of flying and would like to learn more, a free report can be obtained from the Takeoff Today Program website, which details in straightforward terms how aircraft fly and the roles of the flight crew.
If your anxiety is more severe and extends to avoiding flying altogether or you experience panic attacks whilst flying, then the full Takeoff Today Program is for you, providing an easy to follow, step by step guide to defeating your anxiety and fear of flying
Thursday, 7 July 2011
What Causes a Fear of Flying?
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