Sunday, April 8, 2012

Molysmophobia: The Fear of Dirt or Contamination


Molysmophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of dirt or contamination.
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 Molysmophobia?  Please share your story.  How was it triggered and how does it affect your life?

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