Ophidiophobia (the phobia of snakes) is one of the more common phobias psychologists treat today. Some researchers posit that ...

Phobias affect 8-12% of Americans with overwhelming fear responses that go far beyond normal anxiety, requiring professional treatment and lifestyle changes.

Phobias are an intense fear of something, like heights or certain animals, that causes significant distress. They’re typically treated with therapy, medication, or a combination of both. A ...

New York City residents searched critter-related phobias on Google seven times less frequently over the last two years than the national average, a study by the Phoenix-based Lunar Pest Control found.

Specific Phobias: These involve fear of particular objects or situations, such as fear of heights (acrophobia), spiders ...

Phobias commonly fall into one of four categories, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), the standard manual used by mental health experts ...

Many children outgrow their fears, but persisting worries may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. Psychologists weigh in on when it’s time to seek professional help.

Many children outgrow their fears, but persisting worries may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. Psychologists weigh in on when it’s time to seek professional help.