A fear of heights, known as acrophobia, is one of the most common fears people experience. For some, standing on a tall ...

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As an ICU nurse and EMT, Kathy Machuga has seen it all, and yet she is still scared to death of going to the dentist. "It is like anxiety on steroids," she said. "It's a terrible thing. I cannot ...

A flight can feel threatening even when the aircraft is operating normally and the route is routine. The most common way to ...

Many people endure phobias surrounding airplane travel. For some, the debilitating fear could put a damper on summer travel plans. A Baylor College of Medicine psychologist explains how to overcome ...

Fear is a powerful tool for survival. But sometimes it can be misguided. That excitable dog living down the street? Not a potential predator, it turns out. The presentation your colleagues are waiting ...

Many travelers experience irrational fears, such as losing a passport or being a victim of crime, that can negatively affect their trips. Experts suggest that preparation and research can help ground ...

An estimated 33 million American adults will struggle at some point with a phobia – an intense fear of something that poses little or no threat, from flying to cockroaches to a trip to the dentist.