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Why is my 9 year old daughter afraid of dogs and closed places?

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Hi doctor,

I have a 9 year old girl, who is afraid of dogs and being alone in closed places.
Answered by Dr. Awadhesh P Singh Solanki

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Dr. Awadhesh P. Singh Solanki is a renowned Psychiatrist with expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. He is skilled in psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic mental health care. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Solanki is dedicated to improving emotional well-being and empowering individuals to lead healthier, balanced lives through evidence-based psychiatric treatment.

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Hi,

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Thanks for this query. Your child is suffering from claustrophobia. But, it is easily treatable by exposure therapies, which is a type of counseling, and some medications in serious cases. I will suggest you visit a nearby psychiatrist for counseling and some anti-anxiety medicines like Fluoxetine or Paroxetine. Hope my answer helped you. Regards.

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Published At August 19, 2017
Reviewed At August 21, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Awadhesh P. Singh Solanki is a renowned Psychiatrist with expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. He is skilled in psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic mental health care. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Solanki is dedicated to improving emotional well-being and empowering individuals to lead healthier, balanced lives through evidence-based psychiatric treatment.

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Dr. Awadhesh P Singh Solanki
Dr. Awadhesh P Singh Solanki

Psychiatry

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Awadhesh P. Singh Solanki is a renowned Psychiatrist with expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders. He is skilled in psychotherapy, medication management, and holistic mental health care. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Solanki is dedicated to improving emotional well-being and empowering individuals to lead healthier, balanced lives through evidence-based psychiatric treatment.

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