Flying, fear and finding calm

About this episode

This episode discusses the stress of flying and features experts on aviation safety and anxiety management.

Let’s face it. Flying can be stressful. From the headlines about accidents to the nerves that spike during turbulence. In this episode, we talk with an aviation safety expert about how accidents are investigated and prevented, and with a psychologist about what anxiety really is. Together, they show how knowledge, preparation and perspective can make air travel safer — and less overwhelming.

People in this episode

Guests: aviation safety expert, psychologist

Topics covered

• aviation safety
• anxiety
• air travel
• psychology
• stress management

Keywords

• flying
• stress
• aviation safety
• anxiety
• turbulence
• psychology
• air travel

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Ohio State University

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