Flying And How We Can Cope With Fear
Fear of flying has more to do with our inherent vulnerability and fragility of life than statistics. Flying is 29 times safer than riding in an automobile, but statistics seldom sway the fearful. They fear different things, depending on their viewpoint, because flying encompasses several common, related phobias such as heights, enclosed passages and spaces (claustrophobia), crowds, sitting still in a passive way, and not understanding the plethora of sounds, sensations and noises occurring around you. Others are worried about possible turbulence, terrorism, or loss of control. A psychologist may be able to help you work with any past airline-related traumas so that you can resume flying. In the case of a legitimate trauma, it may require steady, focused treatment with a trained professional to help you bring them to the surface and work through them a little bit at a time.