People who have phobias have irrational fears related to specific objects, people, or situations. Phobias often develop gradually or begin with a ________________.

Generalised anxiety disorder

People who have phobias have irrational fears related to specific objects, people, or situations. Phobias often develop gradually or begin with a generalised anxiety disorder. Phobias can be grouped into three main types, i.e. specific phobias, social phobias, and agoraphobia.