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There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun trichophobia. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.
2 paź 2024 · Trichophobia is an inaccurate, intense fear of hair. This fear may lead to avoidance behaviors and physical discomfort, which can significantly impact a person’s quality of life.
There is such a thing as a fear of hair, sometimes referred to as chaetophobia or trichophobia. Those with this phobia generally hate the sight of loose hairs (whether human or animal) and may also be afraid of hair loss.
10 sie 2018 · A person who has trichophobia has a persistent fear of hair, particularly seeing or touching loose hairs on the body, clothing, or elsewhere.
28 maj 2024 · Trichophobia is the intense, irrational fear of hair, leading to distressing symptoms and avoidance behaviors. Treatment can include psychotherapy, such as CBT, and medications.
27 wrz 2024 · trichophobia (uncountable) A morbid fear of hair or diseases affecting the hair.
21 paź 2024 · Trichophobia is a specific phobia, which is a type of anxiety disorder that produces an irrational fear of a certain object or situation. In this case, the fear is related to hair—whether it’s on someone’s head or in loose strands or clumps.