Gerontophobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of the elderly or of growing old. This is an
extreme fear dislike or hatred of the elderly.
Gerontophobia is also known as Gerascophobia.
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
Gerontophobia? Please share your
story. How was it triggered and how does
it affect your life?
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