The fear of mice can have a profound impact on how you go about your daily life depending on how strong your phobia really isA startle response at the sight of a mouse is not necessarily a deep seated phobiaHowever, if you are paralyzed by that fear and unable to move and take care of business because of your fear, then you may have a problem that you would do well to address.
Being Taken Seriously
It is often difficult to have your fear of mice taken seriouslyFar too often it is derided or attributed to silliness or an over reactionThis isn't the case many times though and any phobia deserves to be taken seriouslyYes, it isn't a rational fear, it is a deeply exaggerated fearAt the same time a mouse phobia can be a learned behaviorAs a child if you watch a parent with a deep and abiding fear of these quick creatures react to a sudden and unexpected appearance it can be somewhat traumatic and leave a lasting impactAgain it is an exaggerated reaction to something of the size of a mouse but it is a reaction that is often experiencedThere is no reason that it shouldn't be taken seriously.