Glossophobia (fear of public speaking) is often named one of the most common phobias, ranking above heights, spiders, and even death. It impacts approximately 23% of people, with 57% of women being affected compared to 39% of men. Whether it’s presenting to a room...
As the evenings draw in, the allure of cosy, softly lit rooms grows; however, for some, so does the unease from darker streets and eerie silhouettes. Nyctophobia is a prevalent anxiety that can disrupt the lives of many, limiting their ability to enjoy the...
Summer may bring sunshine and longer days for some, but for others, it also means a dreaded increase in bugs. It’s thought that around 6% of the general population have a phobia of insects (or entomophobia).[1] This intense aversion isn’t just about the insects...
Fear of failure (atychiphobia) is a common issue that affects countless people worldwide and influences many minor and major life choices. It is a paradoxical force that motivates us to excel yet also creates huge, invisible, powerful barriers against getting things...
Phobias—defined as intense and irrational fears—affect millions of people worldwide. They can range from common anxieties, like a fear of heights, to unusual ones, like a fear of buttons. Despite their diversity, some phobias share common roots in thousands of years...
Fear, phobias and anxiety disorders affect millions around the world every day. However, there’s more to these conditions than the immediate stress and panic they cause; they can also have a deep-rooted, long-term impact on our minds and bodies. Our mental and...
