Her Campus at Aberdeen
The Racialised Origins of Fatphobia
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Aberdeen chapter.Disclaimer: This article is an excerpt from an academic essay written by myself. As my...
Her Campus at Utah
My Life With Emetophobia
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Utah chapter.There are not many things that have stuck with me throughout my whole life. As...
Her Campus at SLU
Failing… and Why it is Okay
Have you ever thought about trying something new or different but decided not to try at all because you were afraid? If so, you may have a...
Her Campus at UWindsor
Biphobia: What Does it Look Like?
As someone who identifies as bisexual, I have unfortunately faced biphobia from others: from family, from people I’ve considered friends,...
Her Campus at Chapel Hill
Irrational Fears Are Valid
Everyone is afraid of something and can tell you why, but irrational fears don't always have an explanation. Don't worry, you're still valid.
Her Campus at PS Behrend
Weird Phobias you May or May not Have Known About
Alright, so here is a phobia that I'm pretty sure fifty percent of my high school graduating class had - Ablutophobia. Now, Ablutophobia is...
Her Campus at BU
How To Cope With a Phobia—My Irrational Fear of Going to the Doctor
This is how I try to deal with my irrational fear of doctors.
Her Campus at FIU
5 Reasons to Do the Things That Scare You
From time to time, we all experience some form of fear. We’re told to “face our fears” because it will help us grow, but when it comes down...
Don’t Touch Me.
*sticks hand out as quickly as possible* “Yeah it was nice meeting you!” Or They hug me and I awkwardly hug them back while shoving my...
Fear vs. Phobia: Understanding That It’s More Than Being “Afraid”
Your phobia might be a part of who you are, but that doesn't mean it defines your life.