Entomophobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of insects.
Those who suffer from this Phobia constantly clean and spray pesticides. They may also seal off doors and
windows. Entomophobia is also known as
Entophobia. Similar phobias include
Acarophobia, the fear of itching or insects that cause itching, Arachnophobia,
the fear of spiders and Scabiophobia, the fear of scabies.
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
Entomophobia? Please share your
story. How was it triggered and how does
it affect your life?
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