Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Maniaphobia: The Fear of Insanity


Maniaphobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of insanity. Those who suffer from this phobia have a fear of becoming distraught or mentally ill and they may also fear others who are mentally ill.
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 Maniaphobia?  Please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?

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