(Corvallis, OR) -- More than half of people have some anxiety about snakes. Researchers at Oregon State University say that in many cases, parents are the reason. A study of more than 100 kindergarten-age children found kids view snakes differently from other animals. Hearing negative or objectifying language from parents about snakes might make kids think that way. The research found that teaching young children about snakes and their lifestyle can help overcome the fear.