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Creeped out by clowns? You’re not alone — here’s why.
Somewhere along the way, clowns went from cheery characters — often the highlight event at kids’ birthday parties — to becoming the stuff of nightmares.
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Why do some women fear becoming pregnant? Tokophobia explained
While having tokophobia — an intense fear of pregnancy and childbirth — is rare, certain people are more likely to develop this debilitating phobia.
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How parents can help kids process scary news, according to experts
Experts say that parents can help kids process and discuss sensitive news events without causing anxiety. Here's how.
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Why do people get cold feet? Pre-wedding jitters explained
Psychologists say it's normal to have some pre-wedding jitters, but in some cases, cold feet can be a red flag.
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‘I know what’s going on in your head,’ says Justine Bateman, who marks directorial debut with ‘Violet,’ about battling self-doubt
Former "Family Ties" star discusses challenges of moving behind the camera and how its theme of self-discovery played out in her own life.
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Afraid of zombies, ghosts, clowns? You're not alone. Experts unpack Americans' biggest Halloween fears
Experts explain how Halloween 2020 can be one of the spookiest yet as American's share a fear of the uncertain.
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Coronavirus: A therapist offers 6 tips for managing anxiety, self-isolation
Laura Rhodes-Levin, a licensed therapist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma, offers six practices we can do at home to manage our anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic.
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