Phobias

Keraunophobia: Fear of Thunder and Lightning

Keraunophobia: Fear of Thunder and Lightning

If you’re one of those people who dreads the sound of thunder or the sight of lightning, you’re not alone. Read on to find out more about keraunophobia.

Glossophobia: Fear of Public Speaking

Glossophobia: Fear of Public Speaking

It’s the fear that strikes terror into the hearts of even the most seasoned public speakers: stage fright, otherwise known as glossophobia.

helminthophobia: fear of worms

Fear of Worms? How To Overcome Helminthophobia

Helminthophobia, or the fear of worms, is a relatively common phobia. If you suffer from this phobia, keep reading for everything you need to know.

Expressionist painting of insectophobia, or the fear of insects

Insectophobia: Fear of Insects

Studies show that insectophobia, or the fear of insects, is one of the most common phobias in the world. Here’s how to overcome this phobia.

hypsiphobia: fear of heights

Don’t Look Down! Overcoming Hypsiphobia, or the Fear of Heights

Hypsiphobia, or the fear of heights is one of the most common phobias in the world. If you suffer from this phobia, you can overcome it. Here’s how.

Claustrophobia: Fear of Enclosed Spaces

Claustrophobia: Fear of Being Enclosed in a Small Space or Room

Claustrophobia is an irrational fear of enclosed spaces. If you suffer from it, treatments can help you manage your fear and live a normal life. Here’s how.

Limnophobia: Fear of Lakes

Hate the Lake? You Might Suffer from Limnophobia

Limnophobia is the fear of lakes. It’s not a fear that gets a lot of attention but for those who suffer from this phobia, the fear is very real.

Logizomechanophobia: fear of computers

The Fear of Computers is Real – and It’s Called Logizomechanophobia

It’s hard to imagine anyone being afraid of computers. But the truth is, the fear of computers is very real, and it’s called logizomechanophobia.

maniaphobia: fear of insanity

Maniaphobia: Fear of Insanity

The fear of insanity, or maniaphobia, is an uncommon phobia that can affect just about anyone. If you think you suffer from this phobia, here’s what to know.