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Individual's seemingly irrational fear

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AP Psychology

Definition

An individual's seemingly irrational fear refers to an intense and persistent fear or phobia of a specific object or situation that is disproportionate to any actual threat posed. It is considered irrational because it does not align with the person's conscious understanding of the danger involved.

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