Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Rupophobia: The Fear of Dirt


Rupophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of dirt, filth or rubbish.  Those who suffer from this phobia are terrified of becoming dirty or of being contaminated.  Rupophobia is also known as Mysophobia.
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 Rupophobia?  Please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?

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