Everyone is afraid of something—it’s what makes us human. From being scared of certain animals and objects to specific ...

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving excessive and persistent fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of the fear triggers an immediate anxiety response. Phobias are one of the most ...

For decades, public speaking topped the list of common phobias among Americans. Now, financial insecurity has taken center stage. The prospect of retirement, once viewed as a well-deserved reward for ...

Lizzie Duszynski-Goodman is a journalist living in the Midwest with her husband and two young children. Her work explores the intersection of mental health, wellness and parenting. She is the former ...