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9 Common Phobias You’ve Probably Don’t Know Much About

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What are some things that you are afraid of? Are there things or situations in your life that make you uncomfortable? Having fears and dislikes is a normal part of life, but what happens when these things completely take over? Let's take a look at some of the most common phobias.

We also made a video in the rare phobias you've probably never heard of: https://youtu.be/Jwb1bfmDqOA

DISCLAIMER: This video is purely for general information purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Writer: Sidney Thompson
Script Editor: Rida Batool
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Yussie Feng https://www.instagram.com/konoumin/
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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