Free yourself of phobias

Being doctor phobic could be keeping you from vital health checks. But there are ways to alleviate your anxiety...

Maya Leonard, 50, is an author. She lives in Brighton with her husband Sam and two sons, Arthur, 20, and Sebastian, 11. As a child, screaming and running away from creepy-crawlies was part of who I wa

In a new regular column, we highlight some of the best ideas being shared on the Barefoot Coaching blogs on psychologies. co.uk . We will select interesting pieces published by Barefoot alumni to bring you fresh coaching insights. This month, meet CBT therapist and coach Ted Bradshaw

HOW FEARFUL ARE you? In a general, ongoing ...

Explained: The biology of being afraid & why this primal emotion is key to your survival

Loud noises and strange, unexpected sounds can happen at any moment, potentially spooking a horse and triggering their natural flight instinct. Charlotte Cooper finds out how to turn a noise-sensitive mount into a steady neddy to ensure a confident ride