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- Medication Management - Definition of Medication ManagementCreated: 2009-10-28 @ 17:35:45 EDT
Medication management is an important part of treatment for many phobias. What is medication management and how does it differ from other types of phobia treatment?… - Health Anxiety - Definition of Health AnxietyCreated: 2009-10-28 @ 17:04:46 EDT
Health anxiety is prevalent, especially in today's Internet culture. But what exactly constitutes health anxiety, and what can you do about it?… - Aquaphobia - Fear of Water Is AquaphobiaCreated: 2009-10-28 @ 11:19:21 EDT
Aquaphobia, or fear of water, can be devastating. Without treatment, it could lead to numerous other fears, isolation and even depression. Learn more about aquaphobia and how it is treated… - Hemophobia - Fear of Blood Is HemophobiaCreated: 2009-10-27 @ 15:42:29 EDT Updated: 2009-10-27 @ 15:50:34 EDT
Hemophobia, or fear of blood, is a common specific phobia. Unlike most specific phobias, it can lead to low blood pressure and even fainting. Learn more about this unique phobia… - Worst Experience With Dog Phobia - Share Your Worst Experience With …Created: 2009-10-27 @ 14:33:11 EDT
Cynophobia, or fear of dogs, is extremely common. Yet because dogs are so prevalent, dog phobia can have devastating results. Share your worst (most damaging, most embarrassing or just plain scarie… - Worst Water-Based Experiences - Share Your Worst Water-Based Experie…Created: 2009-10-27 @ 14:32:58 EDT
The fear of water is surprisingly common. Most of us have had a bad experience on the water. Mine was an attempt to swim diagonally from the shallow end to the opposite-corner deep end of a wave po… - Scary Blood Experiences - Share Your Scary Experiences Involving Blo…Created: 2009-10-27 @ 14:28:05 EDT Updated: 2009-10-27 @ 14:35:26 EDT
Blood is scary for most people, even those who do not suffer from full-blown hemophobia. What's the scariest experience you have ever had involving blood? Were you injured or was someone else? What… - Cynophobia - Fear of Dogs Is CynophobiaCreated: 2009-10-21 @ 10:30:39 EDT
Cynophobia, or fear of dogs, is extremely common. What causes this phobia, and how can it affect your life? Is treatment available? Find out here!… - Therapeutic Role-Playing - Definition of Therapeutic Role-PlayingCreated: 2009-10-20 @ 12:45:17 EDT
Therapeutic role-playing is a common technique used to treat many different mental health disorders. What is therapeutic role-playing and how can it help in the treatment of phobias?… - Active-Imaginal Exposure - Definition of Active-Imaginal ExposureCreated: 2009-10-20 @ 12:44:07 EDT
Active-imaginal exposure blends the technique of imaginal exposure with active behavioral tasks. What is active-imaginal exposure and how is it being used to treat phobias?… - Imaginal Exposure - Definition of Imaginal ExposureCreated: 2009-10-20 @ 10:05:27 EDT
Imaginal exposure is a fairly new but well-received method for treating phobias. What is imaginal exposure? Does it work? Find out here!… - Worst Claustrophobia Experience - Share Your Worst Experience With C…Created: 2009-10-19 @ 16:33:54 EDT
Claustrophobia, or fear of enclosed spaces, is a relatively common but potentially serious phobia. Depending on the severity, you might be afraid when in crowds or small rooms, locked in ride restr… - Runner's High - Definition of Runner's HighCreated: 2009-10-13 @ 12:14:33 EDT
A runner's high can be addictive, leading those who enjoy the feeling to seek out ever greater thrills. But what is a runner's high anyway?… - Phobias and Halloween - Understanding Halloween PhobiasCreated: 2009-10-09 @ 09:07:46 EDT
Halloween can be terrifying for those with certain phobias, but there is no need to fear the entire season. Here is some information to help you survive… - Halloween Horror Nights 2009 - A Phobic's Guide to Halloween Horror …Created: 2009-09-22 @ 10:24:01 EDT
Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando is one of the top Halloween events in the United States. For those with phobias, it can be downright terrifying. Whether you will travel to HHN or atten… - Mantra - Definition of MantraCreated: 2009-09-21 @ 15:08:43 EDT
Mantras are often connected to spiritual and religious beliefs, but serve a purpose in psychotherapy as well. What is a mantra, and how is it used in therapy?… - Individual Therapy - Definition of Individual TherapyCreated: 2009-09-21 @ 15:07:37 EDT
Individual therapy is the most popular form of therapy. Learn more about it here!… - Agoraphobia Cluster - Definition of Agoraphobia ClusterCreated: 2009-09-21 @ 11:57:19 EDT
Mental health professionals often mention that agoraphobia symptoms appear in clusters. What is a cluster, anyway?… - Adrenaline Junkie - Definition of Adrenaline JunkieCreated: 2009-09-21 @ 11:53:43 EDT
Adrenaline junkies seek out ever more challenging and fear-inducing situations. What should you know about adrenaline junkies?… - Phobias I Have Experienced - Readers Share Phobias I Have Experience…Created: 2009-09-18 @ 13:31:16 EDT Updated: 2009-09-18 @ 14:47:44 EDT
In Top Ten Phobias, I discussed ten of the most common phobias. There is an entire world of phobias just waiting to be discovered. Beyond the Top Ten, what other phobias have you or someone you kno… - Crisis Anniversary - Your Worst Crisis Anniversary Story…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 16:38:38 EDT
The anniversary of a major crisis, from the sudden death of a loved one to a natural disaster, can spark dramatic emotional reactions. Have you experienced an anniversary reaction? Share your worst… - Scariest Halloween Experience - Share Your Scariest Halloween Experi…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 16:34:01 EDT
Halloween is a time to face and even celebrate our fears. For those with phobias, though, the holiday can be overwhelming. Whether we have phobias or not, most of us have experienced a truly terrif… - Women and Snake or Spider Phobias - Are Women at Risk for Snake or S…Created: 2009-09-11 @ 16:45:25 EDT
Anecdotal evidence shows that women are more likely than men to be afraid of snakes and spiders. A new study proposes that this might be due to evolutionary factors. Are women really predisposed to… - Evolutionary Psychology - Definition of Evolutionary PsychologyCreated: 2009-09-11 @ 11:25:32 EDT
Evolutionary psychology is commonly cited as a means of explaining human behavior. But what is evolutionary psychology? How does it explain behaviors, especially fears and phobias?… - Therapeutic Rapport - Definition of Therapeutic RapportCreated: 2009-09-08 @ 15:52:44 EDT
Therapeutic rapport is often mentioned as an important component of the therapeutic relationship. But what exactly is therapeutic rapport, and how is it created?… - Flashback - Definition of FlashbackCreated: 2009-08-31 @ 17:30:17 EDT
Flashbacks are frightening and intense mental revisits of a traumatic event. How can you cope with flashbacks?… - Crisis Anniversary Phobias - Crisis Anniversary Reactions and PhobiasCreated: 2009-08-31 @ 15:28:06 EDT
If you have been through a major crisis, such as a hurricane or the sudden death of a loved one, you are probably already aware of the increased risk of phobias and other psychological disorders at… - Survivor Guilt - Definition of Survivor GuiltCreated: 2009-08-28 @ 10:00:31 EDT
Survivor guilt is a common experience in the wake of a crisis or disaster. Officially recognized as a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder, survivor guilt can lead to other disorders, includin… - Roller Coaster Phobia - Understanding Roller Coaster PhobiaCreated: 2009-08-27 @ 18:17:12 EDT
Roller coaster phobia is surprisingly common, a fact that may seem unlikely these days, as theme parks compete to build "bigger, faster, and more extreme" coasters. What causes roller coa… - Health Phobia - Definition of Health PhobiaCreated: 2009-08-25 @ 16:29:51 EDT
Health phobia is a sort of catch-all term used to describe various phobias. But what exactly is a health phobia, and how does it differ from other types of phobias?… - Panic Disorder - Definition of Panic DisorderCreated: 2009-08-25 @ 11:15:25 EDT
Panic disorder is closely linked with agoraphobia. But what is panic disorder, exactly, and how do you know if you have it?… - Obama Mental Health Parity - Mental Health Parity Under the Obama Pl…Created: 2009-08-25 @ 11:11:32 EDT Updated: 2009-08-25 @ 11:18:32 EDT
Mental health parity is one of the lesser-known topics in the proposed Obama health care plan. Yet it is a crucial issue to those suffering from phobias and other psychological disorders. What is m… - Claustrophobia and Medical Procedures - Managing Claustrophobia Duri…Created: 2009-08-23 @ 11:24:46 EDT
Claustrophobia can be life-limiting in many ways, but perhaps the most dangerous is the possible impact on necessary health care. Here is a look at the risks and ways of coping with claustrophobia … - Obama Health Care Plan - Would You Use Obama's Public Health Care Pl…Created: 2009-08-22 @ 15:14:24 EDT Updated: 2009-08-23 @ 14:15:59 EDT
Obama's healthcare plan has been a hotly debated topic. Proponents argue that health coverage should be available to all, while opponents worry that the system will become government-run. Are you f… - Mental Health Coverage - Current State of My Mental Health CoverageCreated: 2009-08-22 @ 15:13:52 EDT
One of the key, but often lost, components of the Obama health care plan is mental health parity. Designed to ensure that mental illnesses are treated with the same level of care as physical illnes… - Relaxation Techniques - Favorite Relaxation TechniquesCreated: 2009-08-21 @ 09:15:38 EDT Updated: 2009-08-21 @ 13:11:49 EDT
Although professional treatment is always recommended for a phobia, many people find that using simple relaxation techniques can dramatically reduce their anxiety. Some of these techniques are simp… - Managing Claustrophobia - Daily Life Managing ClaustrophobiaCreated: 2009-08-10 @ 13:28:29 EDT
Claustrophobia is an insidious condition that tends to worsen over time, and can become extremely life-limiting. Fortunately, there are several basic steps to help you manage your claustrophobia in… - School Phobias - Stories on School PhobiasCreated: 2009-07-25 @ 12:55:27 EDT Updated: 2009-07-25 @ 17:59:24 EDT
Many kids are reluctant to go back to school after a relaxing summer vacation. Going to elaborate lengths to stay home is not uncommon. But for some kids, their efforts are based in legitimate fear… - Train Phobias - Readers Discuss Train PhobiasCreated: 2009-07-25 @ 12:48:30 EDT
Siderodromophobia, or fear of trains, may be underreported. The 2009 crashes of the DC Metro and the Walt Disney World monorail may cause an increase in train phobia reports. Are you afraid of trai… - Mental Health Tech - What Is a Mental Health TechCreated: 2009-07-25 @ 12:31:00 EDT
Mental health techs are a very important part of any mental health treatment team. But what exactly do they do? Why are they important? Here is what you should know… - Siderodromophobia - Understanding Siderodromophobia Fear of TrainsCreated: 2009-07-21 @ 17:42:18 EDT
Siderodromophobia, or fear of trains, is relatively uncommon. However, some believe that it is simply underreported. The 2009 crashes of the DC Metro and the Walt Disney World monorail may cause re… - Psychiatric RN - What is a Psychiatric RNCreated: 2009-07-21 @ 10:46:42 EDT Updated: 2009-07-21 @ 10:51:25 EDT
A psychiatric RN is an important part of a mental health treatment team. But what exactly does the psychiatric RN do? Here is an overview of what to expect… - Behavior Modification Plan - Definition of Behavior Modification PlanCreated: 2009-07-21 @ 10:14:53 EDT Updated: 2009-07-21 @ 10:19:50 EDT
Putting the theories of behaviorism into concrete action, a behavior modification plan can be extremely successful. Learn more about this useful technique here… - Psychoeducational Group - Definition of Psychoeducational GroupCreated: 2009-07-21 @ 10:12:04 EDT
A psycho-educational group is a specific type of therapy group focusing on educating clients. Why is it so important? Who is in charge? Learn all about these groups here… - What Are Your Biggest Fears? - Readers Share Their Biggest FearsCreated: 2009-07-19 @ 10:19:19 EDT
Whether you have been diagnosed with a phobia or not, everyone is secretly afraid of something. Perhaps your fear is dolls or clowns, heights or flying, snakes or spiders. Whatever the object of yo… - Aerophobia or Fear of Flying and Travel Delays - Travel Delays Affec…Created: 2009-07-13 @ 17:34:15 EDT Updated: 2009-07-14 @ 12:01:46 EDT
Travel delays can wreak havoc on the best-laid plans. If you suffer from aerophobia, or fear of flying, a simple airport delay can become a source of terror. Here are some tips for managing your fe… - Hypochondria - Understanding HypochondriaUpdated: 2009-10-27 @ 13:26:32 EDT
Hyponchondriasis, or hypochondria, is an often-misunderstood disorder. It is not technically a phobia, but shares many of the same symptoms. Read on for more information on the symptoms and treatme… - Phasmaphobia - Fear of GhostsUpdated: 2009-10-26 @ 14:03:05 EDT
Phasmaphobia, or the fear of ghosts, is a somewhat controversial phobia. Possibly related to the fear of death and shrouded in religious belief, this fear is thought by some to be symptomatic of di… - Phobias - Top 10 Common Specific PhobiasUpdated: 2009-10-21 @ 10:50:07 EDT
A specific phobia is a fear of a specified object or event. Read on for information about some of the most common specific phobias… - Halloween Horror Nights - A Guide to Halloween Horror NightsUpdated: 2009-10-20 @ 12:26:36 EDT
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) is a yearly Halloween event at Universal Orlando. The event is psychologically intense and preys on our deepest fears. Although this may sound like something to avoid … - Claustrophobia - Claustrophobia Symptoms and TreatmentUpdated: 2009-09-21 @ 17:50:16 EDT
Claustrophobia is the fear of enclosed spaces. This disorder can be quite life-limiting, leading sufferers to avoid activities from MRIs to roller coasters. Read on for information that all claustr… - Emetophobia - Fear of Vomiting or EmetophobiaUpdated: 2009-09-18 @ 10:47:43 EDT
Emetophobia, or fear of vomiting, is surprisingly common, though little discussed. The fear may be caused by many different factors, and can have devastating consequences for sufferers. Find out mo… - Phobias in Daily Life - Living Your Daily Life With a PhobiaUpdated: 2009-09-18 @ 10:38:46 EDT
Dealing with daily life while managing a phobia can be difficult for both the sufferer and his or her loved ones. Learn how to manage the stress and get back to healthy living… - Obama Health Care Plan - Understanding the Obama Health Care PlanUpdated: 2009-09-17 @ 17:23:14 EDT
The Obama health care plan has been hotly debated by pundits and private citizens. Much of the controversy revolves around the concept of universal health care, which some claim will centralize the… - Halloween and Phobias - Parents Guide to Halloween and PhobiasUpdated: 2009-09-17 @ 16:24:44 EDT
Halloween can be a fun holiday for kids of all ages. If your kids have phobias, however, you may wonder whether they can participate. Read on for a parents' guide to dealing with children's phobias… - Traveling With Claustrophobia - Tips for Traveling With Claustrophob…Updated: 2009-09-17 @ 14:55:22 EDT
A well-deserved vacation is relaxing for many people. If you have claustrophobia, however, just getting to your destination can be a battle. Here's what you should know to manage your symptoms when… - Mental Health Parity - Definition of Mental Health ParityUpdated: 2009-09-06 @ 17:50:24 EDT
Definition of Mental Health Parity… - Phobia Support - Overview of Phobia Support ResourcesUpdated: 2009-08-25 @ 15:56:54 EDT
If you are newly diagnosed with a phobia, you may wonder where you can turn. Read on for some suggestions… - Illyngophobia - Fear of Vertigo or IllyngophobiaUpdated: 2009-08-23 @ 18:12:26 EDT
Illyngophobia, or fear of vertigo, may be related to acrophobia, or fear of heights. However, those with illyngophobia do not fear the height itself. Read on for more on this unique phobia… - Mental Health Disorders - Progression of Phobias to Other Mental Hea…Updated: 2009-08-23 @ 17:07:58 EDT
Treatment for phobias is extremely effective. If phobias are left untreated, however, they can eventually become more severe and even lead to additional mental health disorders. Read on for informa… - After Disaster Strikes - Anxiety Symptoms After Disaster StrikesUpdated: 2009-08-23 @ 12:23:52 EDT
Posttraumatic stress disorder is the most common psychological effect of disasters. However, studies show that anxiety symptoms and phobias may also increase after disaster strikes. Read on for mor… - Phobias and Relaxation - Using Relaxation Techniques to Keep a Phobi…Updated: 2009-08-21 @ 09:24:38 EDT
Although professional treatment should be sought for a phobia, some sufferers find that relaxation techniques can also help. Read on for suggestions…