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This is a fear of something that can cause disruption to everyday living. Agoraphobia (fear of open spaces) and acrophobia (fear of heights) are some of the more common phobias, but they can range from fear of another person or an object to any number of experiences or situations. It is said that 10 per cent of the population have a phobia of one kind or another. The flower essences created by Dr. Bach were developed to help people deal with emotional problems and there are a number of remedies that can help with phobias. Rescue Remedy for example can be used to treat causes of mild to severe panic – place five drops on the tongue, or apply to pulse points on the wrist and behind the ears. Aromatherapy can be very beneficial in the treatment of phobias. A blend of essential oils such as bergamot, lavender, melissa and ylang ylang can be calming and rebalancing to the nervous system when in a state of distress. Add a few drops of each to a carrier oil to make up a bath blend. It will have a slight sedative effect.