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These Terrifying Reddit Phobia Pages Might Actually Help People
We asked experts about the psychology behind online communities devoted to scaring the shit out of each other.
Having a Panic Attack While You’re Driving Is Terrifying and Dangerous
The next time was on a bridge. The time after that in traffic. Then on the highway. Soon the panic attacks were happening before I was even in the car.
Scientists Are Testing a New Way to Treat Phobias
You could one day reduce your fears without even knowing you're being treated.
Scientists Are Testing a New Way to Treat Phobias
You could one day reduce your fears without even knowing you're being treated.
Inside the VR Simulation Where Sexual Assault Survivors Confront an Attacker
Researchers in Quebec say it’s the first virtual reality environment designed to help survivors.
Exactly What to Do When You Feel a Panic Attack Coming On
Doctor-approved tips that don't include blowing into a paper bag.
Exactly What to Do When You Feel a Panic Attack Coming On
Doctor-approved tips that don't include blowing into a paper bag.
How Long Before We See Virtual Reality Headsets in Our Mental Health Wards?
There's more to virtual reality than having a new way to watch porn or make gaming more intense.
Where Did My OCD Come From?
There's always been a big part of me that wanted to believe OCD is genetic, that my mom's DNA, rather than her behavior, gave me OCD. But I've realized that pointing the finger isn't that important when you want to get well.