develop a phobia

Examples (10)

• She started to develop a phobia of flying after the turbulent flight.
• Children can sometimes develop a phobia of the dark.
• He didn't use to be afraid, but he began to develop a phobia of heights.
• It's common to develop a phobia of public speaking if you have a bad experience.
• After the accident, she developed a phobia of driving.
• The therapist helps patients understand how they developed their phobia.
• Some people develop a phobia of enclosed spaces, known as claustrophobia.
• You might develop a phobia of spiders if you have a traumatic encounter.
• If not addressed, minor anxieties can develop into a full-blown phobia.
• Witnessing a traumatic event can cause someone to develop a phobia.