Fear

Definition

Primitively, the emotional reaction to an environmental threat.

Characteristics

• Ability to identify object of fear
• Panic
• Scared
• Jittery
• Increased tension
• Apprehension
• Frightened
• Terrified
• Impulsiveness
• Decreased self- assurance
• Associated physical symptoms
• Nausea
• Heart beating fast
• Attack/fight behavior-aggressive
• Fight behavior-withdrawal
• Wide-eyed
• Increased alertness
• Concentration on source
• Pupil dilation
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Treatment

See Social Isolation

Offered by Debra.