Doxophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of expressing opinions or being praised. Those with this phobia do not want any attention whatsoever be it good or bad.
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.
Do you suffer from Doxophobia? Please share your story. How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?
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.
Do you suffer from Doxophobia? Please share your story. How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?
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hey,i strongly beleive i suffer frm doxophobia.i have missed out on alot of opportunities and grand experiences due to this fear.i cud never answer in class because of self doubt bt mostly i just cud not stand drawing attention to my self,missed my matric dance,chose to study thru UNISA,can never speak my mind,i please others at my expense just to avoid conflict of interests.i constantly feel not worthy or good enough.i think it all comes from my childhood bt is it possible to suffer from this without any previous trauma?
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