As an ICU nurse and EMT, Kathy Machuga has seen it all, and yet she is still scared to death of going to the dentist. "It is like anxiety on steroids," she said. "It's a terrible thing. I cannot ...

Especially if school hasn’t been your (or your child's) thing, the upcoming school year may feel scary. The following composite, which is drawn from my clients, describes a parent’s worry about a ...

Feeling a little nervous about pushing your little bundle out into the world? You’re not alone. It’s completely normal to have some anxiety about giving birth, and most moms-to-be experience ...

“There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.

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Anxiety about visiting the dentist is very common. Dentist phobias are more severe and can prevent people from getting the care they need. With support, dental phobias are treatable. Options include ...

People who survive tornadoes or other severe weather may have anxiety, poor concentration or even phobias of future storms, psychologists say. Steve Bauer, a University of Iowa senior from Wheaton, ...