Phobia
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A virtual cure
APA
Some therapists are using virtual reality to cure phobias - learn how you can learn to face your fears in a safe and controlled environment.
You are getting very sleepy...
Natural Bloom
Could hypnotherapy help you deal with your phobia? Learn how it can get to the root cause, providing relief here.
Playing with fears
MSNBC
A new computer program allows you to battle your phobias online, which some might prefer to a face-to-face with a psychiatrist.
Breathe in relief
Telegraph
You might be able to clear fear along with nasal congestion. Scientists are working on a nasal spray that clears away several common phobias.
Behavioral treatment
Phobia List
Learn how phobias can be treated without drugs - these behavioral treatments can be intense, but they work!
symptoms submit a link
This accessible intro to the major types of phobias and available treatments is a must-read for anyone suffering from fear.
Find your phobia!
Phobia List
Check out this comprehensive list of things that people fear, and the corresponding phobia names for them.
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Relax away your fears
A Guide to Psychology
This informative, in-depth article describes a technique that teaches you to expose yourself to your phobias, and relax them away.
Helping a friend
Primary Mental Health Service
Got a friend with a phobia? Learn how you can help guide your friend to better health through support and encouragement.
Easy does it
Mental and Neurological Health
Go slow, track your progress and stay positive: Check out these useful step-by-step instructions for overcoming phobias.
risks submit a link
Phobias involving necessary medical procedures, such as fear of getting blood drawn or fear of going to the dentist, can be detrimental to your health. Get tips on how to overcome them here.
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Evolutionary advantage
National Geographic
A study suggests that common phobias, such as fears of snakes and spiders, could have been beneficial to our ancestors.
