Anxiety Disorders, Neuropsychology, Pathologies, Psychopathology 

Combining popular appeal with accessibly written entries suitable for research projects, this fascinating encyclopedia provides a thorough introduction to the psychological and scientific aspects of phobias.• Provides scientifically grounded, accessibly written content contributed by current leading researchers and clinicians in the area of phobias and anxiety disorders• Covers a variety of the most common specific phobias, including fears of spiders, enclosed spaces, snakes, and heights• Includes illustrative examples and case vignettes to bring the subject matter to life• Supplies comprehensive coverage of scientific and clinical perspectives, with attention to historical, cultural, and popular contexts• Enables readers to trace the history, theories, and practices associated with the study and treatment of phobias - from Amzon