A psychologist is speaking to a young person. This young person is worried about having a phobia. Read the conversation and fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You will not use all of the words.
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PSYCHOLOGIST: | So, why are you here today? How can I help? |
YOUNG MAN: | Well, I’m 25 years old, and some of my friends are getting married. I have a friend, but when I think about getting married, I get a really strong feeling of _________. Do you think I have a phobia? |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | I don’t think so. Many people feel scared about getting married. |
YOUNG MAN: | Really? Are you sure I don’t have a phobia? How do you know? |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | First of all, people with phobias feel like they are ____________ when they are not. There’s really no reason to be scared. But you have a good reason. I think you’re scared because you’re not ready to get married. |
YOUNG MAN: | But my friends are ready. They’re getting married. What’s _____________ me? Why am I so scared? Am I just a big baby? |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | ____________. Don’t be angry with yourself. This is a/an ____________ for many people-not feeling ready to get married. |
YOUNG MAN: | Maybe you’re right. But when I think about getting married, my heart beats fast and my hands ___________. My whole body feels bad. Are you sure I don’t have a phobia? |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | I’m sure you don’t. There are good reasons to scared of getting married. |
YOUNG MAN: | What are they? |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | Well, first of all, marriage is not easy. Married people sometimes fight and ___________ each other. Sometimes they’re very unhappy. This is a big decision. Don’t get married if you’re not sure about it. Don’t do it if you feel _____________. |
YOUNG MAN: | But what if l never get married? What about my parents? They really want me to get married, but I’m __________ not sure. My parents will be so angry! |
PSYCHOLOGIST: | Please, _____________. Don’t get so upset. When you are ready to get married, you’ll know it. You’ll be happy, not scared. |
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