Search results
Aquaphobia (from Latin aqua 'water' and Ancient Greek φόβος (phóbos) 'fear') is an irrational fear of water. [1] Aquaphobia is considered a specific phobia of natural environment type in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. [2]
28 kwi 2022 · Someone with aquaphobia may have extreme fear or anxiety when thinking about or seeing water. They may avoid going places near water, such as swimming pools or lakes. In severe cases, people may stop showering, bathing or using water from the sink to wash their face or brush their teeth.
Thalassophobia (from Ancient Greek θάλασσα (thálassa) 'sea' and φόβος (phóbos) 'fear') [1] is the persistent and intense fear of deep bodies of water, such as the ocean, seas, or lakes. Though related, thalassophobia should not be confused with aquaphobia, which is classified as the fear of water itself.
27 paź 2022 · Aquaphobia is an extreme, irrational and overwhelming fear of water. Someone with this phobia may perceive water to be dangerous, scary or harmful. This means they are likely to experience intense fear, anxiety or panic when they see, hear or touch water or when they think about or talk about water.
27 lip 2020 · Aquaphobia refers to an extreme or irrational fear of water. This may include anxiety in the face of bodies of water or the thought of water. Many people exhibit some degree of fear or caution...
It's more than just a fear of large bodies of water or the potential dangers lurking within, it's a persistent and excessive fear that can be triggered by as little as a splash of water. But what exactly causes this intense fear and how can it be overcome?
15 mar 2018 · Seeing water can trigger intense fear and anxiety in a person with aquaphobia. This could be a very small amount of water, like what’s found in the bathroom sink, or a large body of water, such...
