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Why do some people fear heights even when they know they are safe?

Acrophobia, or why are some people are afraid of heights

Is a fear of heights learnt - or passed down from your ancestors? Psychologists are in debate

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Tags: Phobias

Psychological strategies can help you overcome fear of flying.

Are you afraid of flying?

We’re jetting off overseas more than ever but that doesn’t mean we like it, with as many as one in four travellers admitting to a fear of flying. Here’s what you can do to cope with aviation travel.

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Tags: Fear, Mental health, Phobias, Treatment and therapies

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