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Understanding and Overcoming Fear of the Unknown



Medically reviewed by Cynthia Cobb, DNP, APRN — Written by Rebecca Joy Stanborough, MFA.

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Uncertainty is part of the human experience. Some people thrive in uncertain times; others become emotionally paralyzed. The way people respond to uncertainty may depend on how afraid they are of the unknown.

If you fear spiders or snakes, it’s based on what you’ve learned: Some of these creatures are venomous and can literally kill you. But not all fears are based on such concrete information.

Some fears are based on what you don’t know.