Afraid of Needles? You're Not Alone
b'Many people are afraid of needles in some capacity \\u2014 about 1 in 10 experience a "high level" of needle fear, says clinical psychologist Meghan McMurtry. But that fear is often underrecognized or misunderstood. That\'s why today\'s show is all about needle fear: what it is, tools to cope, and why it\'s important to address beyond the pandemic.
Some strategies Meghan suggests to help cope with the fear of needles:
- the CARD System for adults: bit.ly/3nHIKlw
- muscle tension technique: bit.ly/3CBki9Z
Listen to Tom\'s reporting on needle fear: https://truestoriesinsound.wordpress.com/2021/08/09/needle-phobia/
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