well, i don't what the different between "fear" and "phobia". from wikipedia.org : A phobia (from the Greek: φόβος,Phobos, meaning "fear" or "morbid fear") is defined as a persistent fear of an object or situation in which the sufferer commits to great lengths in avoiding despite the fear, typically disproportional to the actual danger posed, often being recognized as irrational. In the event the phobia cannot be avoided entirely, the sufferer will endure the situation or object with marked distress and significant interference in social or occupational activities.( Bourne, Edmund J. (2011). The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook 5th ed.. New Harbinger Publications. pp. 50-51. ISBN 572244135.) so, its more than fear? but, i think some people don't realize that they have phobia. I, myself don't know wether i have phobia or no. but, phobia is a disease. psyche disease. phobia need to be healed. it can cause physical disease. we must curious...