Phobias and the Holidays

The holidays can be hard on someone who suffers from phobias.  I’m very well aware my fear of fire especially at Christmas time.  I love Christmas so I make sure I have my Christmas tree up and lights on my house, but the downside is that I am a nervous wreck the whole time they’re plugged in.  Every year there are tons of news stories about houses catching on fire because of Christmas lights and it totally freaks me out. 

So what phobias are worse for you during the holidays?  More importantly how do you cope with your phobias during the holidays?  Please share your stories because it’s so important that we all know that we’re not alone.

Hypengyophobia: The Fear of Responsibility

Hypengyophobia is the abnormal, excessive and persistent fear of responsibility.  Being responsible can be stressful and time consuming and some people may not be capable of handling any kind of responsibility.  These people may eventually develop an actual phobia to responsibility.  Those who suffer from Hypengyophobia may neglect all responsibilities or actively blame others when something negative occurs because they don’t take responsibility.

A phobia is a strong, persistent fear of situations, objects, activities or persons.  The main symptom is an excessive and unreasonable desire to avoid the feared subject. Other phobia symptoms include shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea, and an overall feeling of dread.  Phobias are the most common form of anxiety disorders.

If you suffer from Hypengyophobia  or if you know someone who does please share your story.  How did it begin and how does it affect your life?

Hedonophobia: The Fear of Feeling Pleasure

Hedonophobia is the abnormal, excessive and persistent fear of pleasure.  Those who suffer with this phobia feel guilty about experiencing any kind of pleasurable feeling.  This is usually because they don’t like feeling good when others around them are suffering.

A phobia is a strong, persistent fear of situations, objects, activities or persons.  The main symptom is an excessive and unreasonable desire to avoid the feared subject. Other phobia symptoms include shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, sweating, nausea, and an overall feeling of dread.  Phobias are the most common form of anxiety disorders.

If you or anyone you know suffers from Hedonophobia please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?