How to get rid of the fear of flying

According to statistics, the aircraft is one of the most reliable vehicles. However, air travel is becoming a nightmare for some people. This fear is unfounded, so it is easy to resist, it can be overcome, there would be a desire.

How does the fear of flying appear?

Afraid to fly an airplane? To get rid of any type of fear you need to know its origin. Fear of flying (aerophobia) can occur due to:

shocking events of air crashes, which are now shown in detail and analyzed on television and on the Internet;
someone's flight causes panic, and someone - delight
bad memories, for example, about the last flight, when the plane got into strong turbulence or did not take off for a long time due to the additional check of the technical condition;
incorrigible logic, because for many people who are afraid of flying, there is only one equation: “an airplane is a heavy object — an impossibility of take-off,” that is, they consider flying something supernatural;
ignorance, since fear is often the result of not knowing the basics of aeronautics, therefore, panic can occur at any noise that may seem suspicious;
phobias, because fear of flying can be the result of deeper problems such as claustrophobia or agoraphobia.

How to get rid of the fear of flight?

One of the most effective methods to get rid of aerophobia is a gradual change in the concept of aviation. Psychologists are advised to frequently view beautiful photos of flights, video clips and films showing colorful and safe flights of airliners. The next step may be a visit to the airport, walk through it, watching confidently take off and sit down cars.

Multiple psychotherapy sessions can also help solve a problem. With the help of a therapist, the patient learns about the origin of his fear and determines his course to overcome it. After a visit to a psychologist, many people discover that they are not afraid of the flights themselves, but are afraid to panic in the air. An experienced therapist with questions and answers will help overcome this fear.

In addition, it is important to warn the crew about their problem: employees are trained to support people who are afraid of flying.

Alla, Syktyvkar