It's natural to exercise healthy caution and take safety precautions in deep water. You know, wearing a life preserver or not venturing far out in the ocean if a lifeguard isn't on duty. However, some ...

I’ve been traveling the country speaking about facing fear since Some Nerve came out last year. Nowhere has it been more of a life and death issue than the 11th annual World Aquatic Health Conference ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. J_art via Getty Images Maria Castilleja was 5 the first time she went underwater. Her sister told her to jump, and she did. She ...

The sea can be as tempestuous and brutal as it is beautiful. For some people, bodies of water hold a deep fear that others might not fully understand. However, through the power of photography, ...

Arizona water safety and swim educator launches online course helping adults overcome fear of water from the comfort of home. In Arizona, water is part of everyday life, especially in the heat, yet so ...

Thalassophobia is a fear of large bodies of water, such as oceans, seas, and lakes. Phobias are a type of anxiety disorders. Thalassophobia is an example of what experts call specific phobias. These ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Education isn't a bad thing. However, Dr. Smith reveals that people with deep-seated fears will often over-educate themselves on ...