Emetophobic Woman Explains How Her Fear Began
Posted on October 16, 2012
If you've ever wondered what makes emetophobia so unbearable for people who have it, you can get an accurate idea of it here. How does emetophobia start? How does it affect quality of life? Is there a cure for it? Find out the answers to these questions and more.
Differences in Brain May Account for Anxiety Disorders
Posted on October 13, 2012
While mental health professionals are getting better at diagnosing and treating anxiety disorders, there is still considerable debate about what causes the development of an anxiety disorder in the first place. Examining differences in brain structures between healthy people and people with anxiety problems may lead to a better understanding of what makes one vulnerable to an anxiety disorder.
The Nature of Emetophobia: Cause and Effect
Posted on October 10, 2012
Emetophobic people cite a variety of causes for their condition: a childhood illness, a messy accident, a bad car or boat trip... It's unfortunate that one isolated incident can lead to a lifetime of fear, but emetophobics know this to be the truth. The good news is that with time, effort, and patience, a person with emetophobia can see great improvement in the condition.
Show Educates Public on Life with Emetophobia
Posted on October 1, 2012
Emetophobia can affect your life in a variety of ways, most of which are highly negative. Most people don't realize just how far-reaching the effects of the phobia are. It's easier for some to relate to a fear of insects or snakes. See what a mother with emetophobia wants to share with people who may not understand the struggle of having the disorder.
Examining the Life of an Emetophobic Person
Posted on September 23, 2012
Have you ever felt like giving up on looking for a cure for your emetophobia? Emetophobia is a debilitating condition that can make you feel powerless. What's even worse is when you seek help only to be scoffed at by a doctor who doesn't know about the disorder. Learn about the network of support and wealth of resources available for people who have to deal with their fear of being ill.
Makers of Electric Cars Respond to Range Anxiety
Posted on July 22, 2012
People with Emetophobia may fear riding in or driving a car because they don't want to become ill. A new type of vehicle-related anxiety is now appearing in the general population. 'Range Anxiety' refers to the fear owners of an electric car have that their vehicle will run out of energy, leaving them stranded. Electric car makers are aware of this concern and are now working to address it. Here's what they plan to do to relieve Range Anxiety.
Does Spirituality Promote Good Mental Health?
Posted on July 22, 2012
You may have heard of treating mental health disorders like Emetophobia with spirituality-based counseling. There are some religious organizations which offer this specific, faith-based therapy to those seeking treatment. The option may be looking more appealing after a British study showed a lack of long-term improvement in patients with depression who tried exercising to improve their mood. Read more about spirituality and depression here.
Are Most People Afraid of Becoming Depressed?
Posted on July 22, 2012
Many people experience depression at some point in life, especially those who have a preexisting condition like Emetophobia. However, it may surprise you to know how many people actually expect to become depressed at some point. A survey by the World Psychiatry Association reveals some interesting information about the way people think of depression and how they think they should deal with it. Read more about the results of the poll here.
