Living with a phobia

When fear takes over

When fear takes over

A phobia is an extreme fear of an object or situation, affecting nearly one in 10 people in the UK. Find out how it affects people's lives, how they cope and how it can be treated.

Claire Ledger

'How I beat agoraphobia'

Claire Ledger overcame her fear of public spaces after spending more than two years indoors.

Getting help for phobias

Whatever you have a phobia of, you don't have to live with your fear. Find out what you can do to overcome it.

Hilary Fraser

'Vomit makes me panic'

For Hilary Fraser, the sight or even the mention of vomit is enough to provoke a panic attack in her.

Video: panic attacks therapy

Colin Hammond describes how panic attacks affected his life and how therapy helped his recovery.

Coping with panic attacks

It's common for people with phobias to have panic attacks. Find out how to deal with them.

Video: panic disorder explained

A short video on panic disorder, the treatments available and what to do when someone has a panic attack.

Fear of the dentist

One in four of us dreads a visit to the dentist. Find out how to overcome your fear.

Caring for someone with anxiety

Advice on caring for someone with an anxiety disorder, including looking after yourself and getting support.

Video: phobias

Fear or phobia? Find out the difference between the two and the treatment options that can help you overcome them.

Video: obsessive compulsive disorder

Diana Wilson talks about how she dealt with her obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and the support available.

Video: CBT expert

An expert in cognitive behavioural therapy explains what it is and who can benefit from it.

Talking treatments

Find out about the benefits of different types of talking therapy, including counselling, psychotherapy and CBT

Emotional health

Get tips on how to build your emotional resilience, cope with loss and overcome jealousy

Fight your fears

Whatever your fear is, these 10 tips can help you cope with your stress and anxiety

Mental Health

An archive of blogs from people with a mental health condition, talking about their symptoms, treatments and their life with their illness.

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