Interesting Stats About Phobias To Conquer Your Fears

15-20% of people will encounter a specific phobia at least once in their lifetime.

A staggering 25 million Americans have a fear of flying. But you’re more likely to become a professional athlete than be involved in a plane crash.

Psychologists have classified over 400 distinct phobias.

17-21 million Americans have a fear of Friday the 13th. Fear of the number 13 is called triskaidekaphobia. This fear is the main reason 80% of high-rises are missing a 13th floor.

A study by the Brain Research Institute revealed that 60% of people fear something that will never take place.

When it comes to fear and phobias, most are instinctual but some can be learned or taught.

Within the human brain, the amygdala is accountable for triggering specific phobias.

The actions resulting from fear fall into four types — fight, flight, fright, or freeze.

Feeling fear is a normal brain function, meaning that the lack of fear could be a sign of serious brain damage.

When it comes treatment, only 23% of people seek treatment for their phobias and anxiety.