“My daughter is extremely scared of closed spaces. What can I do to help her get over the fear?”

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Psychiatrist Questions Phobias

“My daughter is extremely scared of closed spaces. What can I do to help her get over the fear?”

My daughter is 12 years old and is very scared of closed spaces including elevators. What can I do to help her get over this fear?

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**Dr. Rose Gomez** Psychiatrist Chicago, Il · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rose Gomez Psychiatrist Chicago, Il

Take her to a counselor.

**Dr. Mohammed S. Siddiqui** Psychiatrist Oak Brook, ILLINOIS · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mohammed S. Siddiqui Psychiatrist Oak Brook, ILLINOIS

Please have her see a child psychiatrist for an evaluation.

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Dr. S

**Robert James Spensley** Psychiatrist Fair Oaks, California · Accepted Answer

Robert James Spensley Psychiatrist Fair Oaks, California

Specific phobias are not uncommon in children. The treatment involves gradual exposure until the child gradually becomes desensitized.