Describe the Most Common Types of Phobias, Noting the Specific

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Essay

Describe the most common types of phobias, noting the specific symptoms of social anxiety disorder and a cultural variation called taijin kyofusho.

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Definitions:

Placentas

The organ in mammals that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall, allowing nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.

Evolutionary Psychology

A method in the social and natural sciences that studies psychological constructs using a current evolutionary viewpoint.

Genome

The complete set of DNA, including all of its genes, in an organism.

Temporal Lobes

Temporal lobes are regions of the cerebral cortex located at the sides of the brain responsible for processing auditory information and encoding memory.