Ophidiophobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of snakes. This
is a learned fear based on stories of deadly snakebites and movies that portray
aggressive snakes, like Anaconda or Snakes on a Plane. It may also be caused by experiencing or even
witnessing a traumatic event involving a snake or snakes, whether it is a bite
or a close encounter. Those with
Ophidiophobia may eventually begin to fear places that may have snakes, such as
pet stores. This phobia is more commonly known as Snake Phobia.
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
Ophidiophobia? Please share your
story. How was it triggered and how does
it affect your life?
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