School phobia is a recognized condition that affects many children. It also represents an example of how a psychological condition actually extends beyond the individual and is reinforced by people, circumstances and events. For 17 year old Rebecca Makish, her phobia of school has resulted in court battles and fines for truancy amounting to $11,000.
Rebecca's fear of school started when she was five years old. Speaking to a reporter from NPR.org, Rebecca says, "I would go to school. I...
Are you afraid to fly? Maybe you are afraid to get on an elevator? Or do you have an intense fear of spiders or dogs? These are all types... Read more »
It's that time of year again. Most children and parents are gearing up for a new school year. But some children will have an especially... Read more »
This was the fourth session for the treatment of Karen's fear of flying. Today Karen was introduced to virtual reality therapy... Read more »
A phobia is often described as a strong, persistent, and unwarranted fear of a specific object or situation. Most people can relate,... Read more »
A phobia is an irrational and excessive fear of an object or situation according to the American Psychiatric Association. We usually... Read more »
Do you know someone with an intense fear of dogs? Or of flying? Or heights? All of these fears are considered to be “specific phobias.” Phobias... Read more »
Approximately 10% of the population has needle phobia, or an intense fear of needles and sharp objects. Fear of needles is a “specific... Read more »
Phobias are not just an intense fear; they are an irrational and unsubstantiated fear of an object or situation. The National Institute of Mental... Read more »
Animal and bird phobias are quite common. People may be afraid of dogs, cats, mice, or rats. Someone may be afraid of birds in general, although fear... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A phobia is a persistent and irrational fear of a particular type of object, animal, activity, or situation that poses little to no actual... Read more »
Fear of New Foods Young children can sometimes have a fear of trying new foods. Most parents remember when their toddler refused to try something new, gagging or vomiting when they insisted their child eat just a bite. But for some, this fear...
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