Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Bathophobia: The Fear of Depth


Bathophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of depths such as stairways and deep caves.

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 Bathophobia?  Please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?

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