Scoleciphobia is the
abnormal and persistent fear of worms. Those with this phobia may also fear caterpillars,
maggots, grubs or even tapeworms.
Scoleciphobes don’t like to go outside after it rains because the worms
and other critters will be out and more visible. They may also dislike being in or near a
garden. Severe cases of the phobia may
cause the person to fear being infected by worms. This phobia may be caused by an extreme
dislike of worms that eventually becomes a phobia. Scoleciphobia comes from the Greek word skolex, means worm, maggot and
grub. It is also known as Vermiphobia.
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
Scoleciphobia? Please share your
story. How was it triggered and how does
it affect your life?
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