It’s a common fear for children, along with things like being scared of the dark, certain animals, or the idea of a monster under the bed. We spoke to child psychologist Claire Halsey to find ...

Nyctophobia, or an extreme fear of darkness, affects both children and adults, often stemming from past trauma, anxiety ...

It’s by associating this confusion and helplessness with the pitch black that we first learn to fear the dark. About 90% of children experience this at some stage. At around the age of seven ...

Dr. Erica Lee from Boston Children’s Hospital shares advice on helping kids overcome their fear of thunder and lightning, offering tips for comfort and reassurance.

When you were a child, what was the one thing that kept you awake at night? Is it a monster under your bed, a shadow in the hallway, or the fear that something could be lurking in the dark?