Phthiriophobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of lice.
Lice are tiny insect-like parasites that live on humans and
animals. They survive by feeding on
blood.
Phthiriophobia, also
known as Peliculophobia, can be caused by seeing someone with lice, having lice
yourself or just by the thought of getting lice. No one likes the thought of tiny bugs
crawling around on your head.
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 Phthiriophobia? Please share your story. How was it triggered and how does it affect
your life?
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