Conquer your Fear of Snakes and Reptiles

Ophidiophobia or ophiophobia is a type of phobia or fear of snakes. It is sometimes called by a more general term, herpetophobia, fear of reptiles. This is one of the most common phobias, which is right up there in the polls with having a fear of public speaking, effecting more than 50% of Americans! The good news is that this phobia is also treatable with a little TLC, patience and some help from your friends here at New England Reptile Shows. 

Can You “Get Over” a Snake Phobia?

Yes! For people who suffer from a fear of snakes, the best forms of treatment are desensitization and exposure therapy. During our shows we strive to spread awareness about these amazing animals in a safe and engaging environment, but we never force anyone to come close or touch anything if they are not comfortable. We have found that at every show that we do there is at least on person who leaves the show having a new found appreciation of reptiles. With countless numbers of studies and information on this phobia, we have come to understand one thing; education and exposure are the ultimate key in helping someone conquer their fears.

 

Overcome Your Fears Of Reptiles With Our Interactive Shows

May 20th, 2021|Comments Off on Overcome Your Fears Of Reptiles With Our Interactive Shows

Did you know that Reptile Shows of New England can help you overcome your fear of reptiles? Although a great deal of people fear reptiles most of them are actually docile animals. Just because they’re [...]

How Natures Deadliest are Actually Saving Lives!

September 18th, 2019|Comments Off on How Natures Deadliest are Actually Saving Lives!

Nature’s deadliest snakes are typically associated with dread and fear as a single bite from the Inland Taipan is almost certain death! Its venom contains such high levels of neurotoxins that exposure can easily result [...]

New Year’s Resolution: Finally Get Over My Fear Of Snakes!

December 18th, 2017|Comments Off on New Year’s Resolution: Finally Get Over My Fear Of Snakes!

"Ophidiophobia or ophiophobia is a particular type of specific phobia, the abnormal fear of snakes. It is sometimes called by a more general term, herpetophobia, fear of reptiles and/or amphibians." You may be thinking to [...]

Snake Locomotion

September 19th, 2017|Comments Off on Snake Locomotion

We all know that snakes have no legs, but how can they possibly move without them? We will reveal the secret of what moves snakes as we dive into the secret world of snake locomotion! [...]

How to Conquer your Fear of Snakes

June 18th, 2017|Comments Off on How to Conquer your Fear of Snakes

Ophidiophobia or ophiophobia is a type of phobia or fear of snakes. It is sometimes called by a more general term, herpetophobia, fear of reptiles. This is one of the most common phobias, which is [...]

How to Treat Snake Phobias

January 25th, 2017|Comments Off on How to Treat Snake Phobias

Are You, Or Someone Close to You, Unable to Come Near a Snake? If you live in a city, it’s probably not a major issue to have a fear of snakes. Odds are, you wouldn’t [...]