such as people who faint at the sight of blood or a needle," says Hoganbruen. Fear of flying is another a well-recognized phobia, and since 9/11, has only gotten worse. "Fear of flying ...

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving excessive and persistent fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of ...

About 70% of people with a blood phobia and half of those with a needle phobia report a fear of fainting, which is caused by an involuntary reflex called the vasovagal response. Being prone to ...