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.

Fear of heights is called acrophobia. It is a particular anxiety disorder that is manifested by a fear of heights that is irrational. People who suffer acrophobia have extreme anxiety or panic attacks ...

DEAR ABBY: How does one overcome a fear of heights? I have had it from the time I was a little girl. There was a bridge I had to cross walking home from school. I had to look down at my feet to cross ...