Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Everyone is afraid of something—it’s what makes us human. From being scared of certain animals and objects to specific situations, ...

Many of us are terrified of spiders, clowns or the dark. And no one would bat an eye if you said you were scared of heights or snakes. But while these phobias are all very common, there are others ...

Everyone knows someone who is afraid of spiders, heights or flying. However, some people develop more unusual phobias, such as a fear of balloons or bananas. A banana may sound harmless to someone ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Do you have a unique phobia? Those with autophobia, the fear of being alone, need not worry in being alone in their fears. According to the National Institute of Mental Health ...

Fame and fortune don't make anyone immune to fear. While celebrities might appear fearless under the bright lights of Hollywood, many harbor surprising phobias that would shock their fans. These ...

Phobias are one of the most common mental illnesses, and studies have shown that women are more likely to experience phobias than men. Typical symptoms of phobias can include nausea, trembling, rapid ...

Some people develop phobias during childhood, others during adolescence and some don’t until their early adulthood. Research suggests that phobias can occur from a variety of things. They can be ...