Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Catoptrophobia: The Fear of Mirrors


Catoptrophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of mirrors. It is also known as Eisoptrophobia.

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 Catoptrophobia?  Please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?

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