Treatment. The most widely used and possibly the most effective treatment for astraphobia is exposure to thunderstorms and eventually building an immunity. Some other treatment methods include Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
How do I get rid of astraphobia?
How is astraphobia treated?
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) CBT is a form of psychotherapy (talk therapy). ...
- Exposure therapy. Exposure therapy is a type of CBT therapy. ...
- Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) ...
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) ...
- Anti-anxiety medications. ...
- Stress management techniques.
How do I stop being scared of thunderstorms?
Take tips from the Mayo Clinic for talking to kids about weather-related anxiety:
- Be calm and supportive. ...
- Talk about storms matter-of-factly. ...
- Allow children to face their fears by gradually helping them learn they can handle a fear and other uncertainties of life on their own.
