Fear of heights, known as acrophobia, is one of the most common types of phobias. Although people commonly become jittery or nervous when in a high place, some people will have irrational and persistent fear, causing them to avoid situations where they will be exposed to any high places.
Being afraid when in a situation that requires looking down from a high place. This is normal and is a protective measure. Heights, in some cases, can be dangerous and this fear can help to keep people safe....
Most people feel anxious or depressed during difficult times. Feelings of sadness, loneliness, fear, and anxiety are normal, and they... Read more »
I consulted Justine Kent, MD, for the latest information about treating anxiety disorders with medications. Dr. Kent is an Adjunct... Read more »
Over the past few years there has been a considerable shift in our relationship with medicine. People of my generation were pretty well... Read more »
Traditional treatment for children with anxiety includes cognitive behavioral therapy and medication if needed. During the course of... Read more »
I don’t know how many nights I have lain awake worrying about something I did, something I need to do, or something disastrous that’s... Read more »
Between nine and fifteen percent of people in the United States avoid seeing a dentist because of fear. This is considered to be dental phobia.... Read more »
There are a number of different medications that are currently used to treat anxiety disorders. Antidepressants, although originally intended to... Read more »
for anxiety normally consists of a combination of medication and cognitive behavior therapy. But for many people, another aspect of treatment might... Read more »
This is a study to compare a new drug, LY686017, with Paxil (paroxetine) and a placebo in the treatment of social anxiety disorder. This national... Read more »
Researchers at the Imperial College School of Medicine have found that Lyrica (pregabalin) is effective in treating generalized anxiety disorder... Read more »
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