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  AEROPHOBIA: Treatment and Hope
To add insult to an already distressing condition, most aerophobia therapies take months or years and sometimes even require the patient to be exposed repeatedly to their fear.
aerophobia will likely cost you tens, even hundreds of thousands of dollars over the course of your lifetime, let alone the cost to your health and quality of life.
1: aerophobia: a persistent, abnormal, and unwarranted fear of draft, swallowing air, or airborne noxious substances, despite the understanding by the phobic individual and reassurance by others that there is no danger.
www.changethatsrightnow.com /problem_detail.asp?SDID=123:1340   (1418 words)

  
 Fear of Flying - Overcome it and beat aviophobia and aerophobia with Can't Fly
Aerophobia is a specific phobia classified as an extreme fear of flying in an airplane.
Many people with aerophobia will avoid flying on an airplane so much so that they may change travel plans (which could also cost more money and time) or even avoiding the trip altogether.
The cost for treating aerophobia ranges from $2.00 a session to hundreds of dollars, depending on the health care provider.
www.cantfly.com /url.php?topic=faq&page=faq1   (1080 words)

  
 hackwriters.com - Aerophobia - Are Your Too Afraid to Fly? Sarah W has advice your you
The term aerophobia means an abnormal fear of flying.
Aerophobia is derived from the Greek "aero"- air or gas and "phobos" to fear.
Aerophobia is difficult ever to cure but it is something that can be helped.
www.hackwriters.com /fearofflying.htm   (1466 words)

  
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VE adds the advantage of greater control over graded exposure stimulus parameters and the ability to isolate which virtual stimulus parameters are essential in generating a phobic response, as well as greater efficiency and economy in delivering the equivalent of in vivo exposure within the therapist's office.
INTRODUCTION Aerophobia is classified as a simple phobia in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders [1].
Subjects having symptoms limited to aerophobia and consistent with the diagnosis of simple phobia [1] are included in the study.
www.infomotions.com /serials/aejvc/aejvc-v2n04-north-relative.txt   (1141 words)

  
 Aerophobia definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
Aerophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of flying.
Sufferers experience severe anxiety even though they usually realize that the flying does not pose a threat commensurate with their fear.
Aerophobia also means an irrational fear of fresh air or drafts of air.
www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=9945   (115 words)

  
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Aerophobia, commonly known as the fear of flying, affects almost 20 percent of all travelers--despite statistics showing that driving a car is actually more dangerous.
Experts believe the deeper root of aerophobia--a fear of passively surrendering control (or handing over the reins of your life to an unknown pilot)--is to blame.
Anxieties such as claustrophobia and fear of heights can exacerbate aerophobia, but the issue of control is often at its root.
www.tutorials.com /04/0401/04015.asp   (1749 words)

  
 Rough Guides Travel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
A simple fear of the plane falling from the sky is usually exacerbated by other influences such as claustrophobia, fatigue, peer influence, lack of knowledge about how planes fly and which noises and sensations are normal, anxiety about your destination, adverse media publicity or perhaps a previous traumatic experience.
Many of the courses for aerophobics focus on putting the risks of flying in perspective, with emphasis on how the plane flies and how the body reacts physiologically to fear and anxiety – the “knowledge is power” principle.
On the bright side, psychologists view aerophobia as one of the easiest phobias to cure, responding well to simple relaxation techniques, hypnosis and psychoanalysis, among a wide range of different treatments.
travel.roughguides.com /health/bptravelbyairfear.html   (831 words)

  
 Fear of Flying
Your chances of dying in a plane crash are 1 in 10 million.
There are a variety of ways to deal with aerophobia.
Flyers can focus their attention on other things, such as reading or listening to music, and stretch often to release the tension in their muscles.
www.gocardinal.com /Travel_tips/Flying.html   (337 words)

  
 Publisher's Note
The second case of rabies was brought to the hospital with typical symptoms of rabies with aerophobia and hydrophobia and agitation.
He drifted into coma over the next few days and was taken by the attendants to their home, anticipating the impending death.
The encephalitis phase is ushered in after a prodromal period of 5 to 7 days and is characterized by burst of hyperactivity, disorientation and bizarre combative behaviour, alternating with lucid periods during which the patient is conscious and aware.
www.pjms.com.pk /issues/octdec02/page1.html   (1353 words)

  
 Aerophobia Treatment Cause Symptom Medication Cure Help
The expert phobia team at CTRN's Phobia Clinic is board-certified to help with Aerophobia and a variety of related problems.
The success rate of our 24 hour program is close to 100%.
Aerophobia is known by a number of different names.
www.changethatsrightnow.com /shortdescriptionlist.asp?phobiaid=1340   (203 words)

  
 How To Get Over Your Fear of Flying   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
In this case study, they report using a virtual reality flight simulator to treat aerophobia, a fear of flying.
His aerophobia interfered with his normal activities to the extent that he could not attend professional conferences.
Their apparatus consisted of a virtual reality head set for simulating the visual aspects of flight, audiotapes of a helicopter, and a vibration device placed under the chair to simulate engine vibration.
web.psych.ualberta.ca /~varn/bc/North.htm   (1042 words)

  
 Dr. Max North   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
In the first initial study Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) was shown to be very effective in reducing aerophobia, fear of flying, and in improving attitudes of several subjects toward flying.
In the second study, funded by Boeing and U.S. Army Research Laboratory, VRT was shown to be effective in the treatment of persons with agoraphobia (fear of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or embarrassing).
In our current research study, we are conducting an extensive controlled experiment to investigate the effectiveness of VRT in the treatment of aerophobia with a larger group of subjects.
www.cis.cau.edu /~max/vrt1/vrtcenter.html   (291 words)

  
 Fear of Flying and Aerophobia- Online Treatment Advisor. New Treatments, May 2, 2007.
Fear of Flying and Aerophobia- Online Treatment Advisor.
Find the best and newest treatment for fear of flying and aerophobia based on the patient's symptoms.
This interactive medical program will find the best treatment for aerophobia and fear of flying.
www.ccspublishing.com /journals/treatment/specific_phobia/1_fear_of_flying.htm   (94 words)

  
 Out of the Mist: Are All Phobias Considered Equal?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
When you follow the link, you may be greeted by a “disambiguation” page that lists the various names your selected phobia is known by, but in the end — no matter what phobia you searched for — you’ll get a page that describes it and recommends a treatment.
Our board-certified team specializes in helping individuals overcome fears, phobias & anxiety of all kinds, and is particularly focused on problems such as Aerophobia.
To learn more about our 24-hour aerophobia program, please call us at 1-800-828-7484 (+1-212-582-8880 from outside the USA) for a complimentary consultation to discuss the problem, or contact us using the form below.
outofthemist.mclo.net /archives/2006/04/phobia_phraud.php   (712 words)

  
 Merriam-Webster Online
For More Information on "aerophobia" go to Britannica.com
Find more about "aerophobia" instantly with Live Search
See a map of "aerophobia" in the Visual Thesaurus
www.m-w.com /cgi-bin/thesaurus?book=Thesaurus&va=aerophobia   (25 words)

  
 Aerophobia - Fear of flying, drafts, air swallowing or airborne noxious substances.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Aerophobia - Fear of flying, drafts, air swallowing or airborne noxious substances.
Aerophobia is an abnormal and persistent fear of flying.
Click here to go back to the phobia list or here to learn about treating phobias
www.aboutphobias.com /phobia/aerophobia.html   (95 words)

  
 BU Bridge Feature Article
The process can take months and can be very costly, including as it might the price of several flights for both the patient and the accompanying therapist.
The Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders treated 400 patients last year, about 80 with specific phobias such as aerophobia.
A new virtual reality treatment available at the center, however, makes the process more efficient and affordable.
www.bu.edu /bridge/archive/2000/02-18/features2.html   (627 words)

  
 Caleb Flerk Directory of Flight - Fear of Flying
Fear Takes Flight is an individualized, one-on-one flight anxiety treatment program taught by a therapist-pilot and designed to help individuals whose fear of flying is so intense they will not fly,...
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Fearless Flying was developed with Northwest Airlines Pilots, Mechanics, and Meteorologists and with Psychologists who specialize in treating the fear of flying (aviophobia or aerophobia)....
www.calebflerk.com /links/fearofflying.htm   (223 words)

  
 flying thru nature, handling big jets
While some of the passengers having aerophobia that is fear of flight may prefer this kind of treat, I bet a significant majority would prefer the opposite.
"Sir, I believe the best way for recovery out of aerophobia is to fight with it.
Phobic poeple from flying should do fly looking outside and enjoy the scenery forgetting the fear.They initially plan to do this in good weather conditions and during daylight.
www.geocities.com /uskent/index.html   (1725 words)

  
 A Long List Of Phobia's - Miscellaneous   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Acarophobia- Fear of itching or of the insects that cause itching.
Aerophobia- Fear of drafts, air swallowing, or airbourne noxioussubstances.
Agoraphobia- Fear of open spaces or of being in crowded, public placeslike markets.
maxpages.com /cheekymonkey/Phobias - !http://www.maxpages.com/cheekymonkey/Phobias   (724 words)

  
 Overcoming a Fear of Flying (aerophobia) with new Hypnotherapy on DVD
Overcoming a Fear of Flying (aerophobia) with new Hypnotherapy on DVD
This new hypnotherapy DVD will help you overcoming a fear of flying (aerophobia).
It will also help with the many types of anxieties and stresses that arise from a fear of flying.
www.imaginememedia.com /products/fear-of-flying.html   (887 words)

  
 Overcoming A Fear Of Flying - Prepare For Take Off With Hypnosis
Many people find that their children have a fear of flying.
The fear of flying, also known as aerophobia or aviophobia, is caused by the unconscious part of your mind warning you that it's dangerous to get on a plane.
This would be appropriate if the plane was missing a wing or obviously not in a condition to fly.
www.hypnosis.me.uk /pages2/flying.html   (582 words)

  
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When seeking help with flying, there seem to be many alternatives.
Captain Bunn hosts a message board community on fear of flying on Coolboard.com.
www.flighthelp.com /anxiety.htm   (344 words)

  
 JTW News - Airbus A380: Flying in the face of aerophobia
JTW News - Airbus A380: Flying in the face of aerophobia
Airbus A380: Flying in the face of aerophobia
The largest civilian aircraft ever built, the Airbus A380, has been revealed to the world.
www.turkishweekly.net /news.php?id=2373   (1714 words)

  
 ASAP Dictionary of Anxiety and Panic Disorders
Fear of Flying - a phobia of flying.
Also known as flight phobia, aerophobia or aviophobia.
Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) - a medical disorder which causes muscular pain, fatigue, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, headaches and IBS.
anxiety-panic.com /dictionary/en-dictf.htm   (321 words)

  
 Fear of Flying Book: Wings of Discovery - (Help in overcoming Aviophobia, Aerophobia)
There was no trigger for this irrational fear, and it was extremely frustrating for me to have to deal with something so ridiculously traumatic."
Estimates show that at least one out of every six adults has a fear of flying (aviophobia or aerophobia).
Passengers often have trouble dealing with the fear of turbulence, bad weather, long overwater flights, small spaces, crowds, heights, and not feeling in control (panic attacks).
www.fearofflyingbook.com   (3621 words)

  
 Fear of Flying Audio Course - Fear of Flying, Aviophobia, Aerophobia
This course now contains important information about flying including the latest information on terrorism, new security procedures, and what you can now expect as a passenger.
At least one out of every six adults has a fear of flying (Aviophobia or Aerophobia).
Now you can take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about aviation and ease your fear of flying.
www.fearofflyinghelp.com /Audio.shtml   (1418 words)

  
 Fear of Flying Help Course: Fast Free Online Program! - Fear of Flying, Aviophobia, Aerophobia
Just fill in the enrollment form below - It's anonymous and confidential.
At least one out of every six adults has a fear of flying (Aviophobia or Aerophobia).
Now you can take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about aviation and beat your fear of flying.
www.fearofflyinghelp.com   (2027 words)

  
 Using EFT to Conquer a Fear of Flying at New Age Fast
A directory of New Age terms, definitions, and articles.
Summary: A powerful first-hand account of conquering aerophobia using Emotional Freedom Technique to tap away the fear of flying.
Using EFT to Conquer a Fear of Flying
www.newagefast.com /EFT-fear_of_flying.html   (939 words)

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