Prevalence of Acrophobia Acrophobia affects about 2 to 5 percent of the population, with slightly higher lifetime risks.

The fear of heights is common for many people. Some are afraid of extreme heights such as skyscrapers, while others are afraid of simple heights such as ladders and multi-level parking garages.

Neuton Health Co. Ltd.’s virtual reality (VR)-based therapy for acrophobia has been given class II medical device approval from China’s NMPA. The VR therapy, known as Specific Fear Rehabilitation ...

Being flung into the air from a pool by seven swimmers at an Olympic Games is a feat few would dare to try. Especially if you have a phobia of heights. Audrey Kwon did just that to help Team USA ...