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Carmelo Has "Astraphobia," Which Means He Is Terrified of Storms

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Carmelo has "astraphobia," which means he is terrified of storms. Ever since his well-meaning mother took him from the yard and shut him in a closet so that the lightning wouldn't frighten him, he has been petrified by the sight of looming clouds. This is not very helpful for someone who lives in the tropics where it storms frequently and Carmelo's new job requires that he move to Florida. What sort of therapy would be least traumatic and most helpful for Carmelo so that he can be comfortable in his new home?


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