Phobias

When was the last time you rode a roller coaster? Did you have fun? Did you scream? Or did you vow to never go on a roller coaster ever again? If you have a fear of roller coasters, your experience probably wasn’t as fun as the thrill-seekers in your life. Having a fear of roller … Read more

Dun dun. Dun dun. Dun dun dun dun dun dun dun dun…. Can you hear the theme song from “Jaws” in your head? Even if you’ve never seen this Hollywood blockbuster, “Jaws” has probably made an impact on you. Many people can trace their fear of sharks directly back to this movie!  In “Jaws,” a … Read more

Heights, snakes, and enclosed spaces top the list of the most common phobias, but they are far from the only things that affect people. What about the less common phobias? What about the fears that are very rational, yet haven’t made it into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, or DSM-5? One example … Read more

Do you believe in eternal life after death? For some people, the answer is yes. Many Christians are raised to believe that after you die, you go on to live eternal life in either Heaven or Hell. Islamic tradition also teaches that there is an afterlife, although the existence of heaven or hell is not … Read more

Phobias are what makes your hair stand on end, they may be what keep you up at night. Phobias can range from mild stressor to debilitating fear. Some just try to avoid their stressors and can handle it if they run into it.  However, there are those that are so severe that they cannot leave … Read more

A student named Frances is about to give a presentation in front of a large audience. As she is getting ready to speak, she is aware of people looking at her and scrutinizing her every move. Although she is well prepared, Frances finds it hard to concentrate. Her mind is flooded with negative thoughts. She … Read more