Curated OER
Kids Health: Figuring Out Phobias
A phobia is "an extremely strong fear of a situation or thing." Phobias don't just last a few minutes, they are fears that stay with you. A kid who has a phobia of dogs will go out of his way to avoid any situation that involves his...
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National Anxiety Foundation: Information on Panic Disorder
One in a series of handbooks on panic and anxiety published by the National Anxiety Foundation on the symptoms, cause, cure, and care of panic disorder. Helpful as educational information on a number of different questions relating to...
WebMD
Web Md: Depression
This resource provides a great topic overview of depression. Gives a brief definition, causes, symptoms, and treatment along with answering some commonly asked questions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Panic Disorder
An explanation of panic attacks and panic disorder including symptoms, development of panic disorder, and treatment (cognitive behavior therapy and medications).
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: What Is a Panic Attack?
Medical News Today offers a brief explanation of what a panic attack is and what can cause one. (April 2009)
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: What Is Agoraphobia?
Medical News Today offers a brief explanation of agoraphobia and its causes. (August 2009)