This week, Mad in America explores three new studies around mental health crisis calls involving police. The first study ...

A new study reveals the 10 most-searched fears for West Virginians in 2026. Did your biggest fear make the list?

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Most Americans say they fear running out of money more than dying, but the unsettling part is that even people with millions in the bank share that fear. A single number in your retirement plan ...

Explore the psychology of fear and how our brains respond to threats, driving survival. Understand the amygdala's role, fear ...

Fear of failure that is rooted in upsetting childhood experiences is common. Now, new research suggests that there is a way ...

When brain mechanisms for fear‑related decision-making break down, the learned fear response can drive maladaptive behaviors ...

Many of us remember vividly being yelled at or feeling threatened by a family member, a teacher, or a boss. Terrifying experiences often get imprinted in our memory; remembering frightening events is ...

From addiction to courage, journalist Ben Bergquam shares a raw story of redemption and faith. Discover why Step Into Fear is ...