How is amaxophobia diagnosed?

How is amaxophobia diagnosed?

If amaxophobia disrupts your life, your healthcare provider may recommend seeing a mental health professional like a psychologist. The American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) doesn’t recognize amaxophobia as a phobic disorder. But a psychologist may make a diagnosis after evaluating your symptoms.

You may have a specific phobic disorder if the fear:

• Occurs when you are in or near a vehicle.
• Causes you to miss out on work, social events and life.
• Affects your ability to enjoy life.
• Brings on symptoms of fear or anxiety that don’t match the actual danger.
• Lasts at least six months.