Mysophobia is defined as the intense, persistent, and irrational fear of dirt and germs. It is not specifically named in the DSM-5 but meets the criteria for a larger category of disorders known as ...

Entomophobia is rarer among adults, though, with about 10% of the adult population having any type of specific phobia. An irrational fear of insects is formally known as entomophobia, although it is ...

Maria Morava is a Newsweek reporter based in Edinburgh, U.K. Her focus is reporting on relationships. She has covered news, culture and trends, and entertainment at previous publications.

More than 16 million of us apparently suffer from an anxiety disorder or phobia that affects our lives in some way. But today, the Government will announce a multi-million-pound grant to fund ...

But while it’s easy to assume the worst, it’s important to remember that there are a lot of types of spots on skin that can surface. For the record, many of these spots, including red dots on ...

This spring marks the start of some new experiences in the city, including Sandbox VR, a full-body virtual reality venue set ...

However, Otedola Bridge now occupies a big spot in the book of infamy in Lagos as it has become a killing field with records ...

NASCAR drivers do dangerous stuff. The post “We Sleep With Door Open”- Bubba Wallace Publicly Confesses His Life’s Biggest ...

Wayne Rooney revealed his bizarre phobia live on TV, saying he just 'didn't like' it, leaving Gary Lineker and his fellow pundits in stitches. Rooney was part of the panel for the BBC's coverage ...

Find out in this one-minute video, where Ask Smithsonian host Eric Schulze delves deep into the dark recesses of our minds to get at the facts behind our phobias. Ask Smithsonian: How Long Can a ...

Red spots can appear on the penis or under the foreskin due to irritation, infections, or skin conditions such as eczema. They may be painful and itchy or may cause no symptoms. Treatment can ...