A Phobia presents itself in a number of categories and is a source of fear and anxiety for a person.

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Image: Phobia Stock Photos

Phobia of the Day: Lepidopterophobia

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of the fear triggers an irrational response.

by Arnold Charles

22-06-2023 08:29

in Offbeat

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving fear of a situation or object. Image: Phobia Stock Photos

A phobia is an anxiety disorder involving excessive and persistent fear of a situation or object. Exposure to the source of the fear triggers an immediate anxiety response.

Most specific phobias fall into one of four major categories:

Fears of the natural environment
Fears related to animals
Fear related to medical treatments or issues
Fears related to specific situations

Phobia of the Day: Lepidopterophobia refers to the fear of Butterflies

People with a fear of butterflies are extremely afraid of most winged insects. Typically, they experience a disgusted response at the sight of these creatures. They feel afraid, nauseous, or panicky, particularly at the sight of butterflies.

Some people with Lepidopterophobia are afraid of even looking at pictures of butterflies.
In severe cases, intense scratching of skin or refusal to leave the home on account of encountering butterflies or moths may be seen in the patient.
Most sufferers avoid gardens, parks, zoos or florist’s shops where there is a chance of encountering butterflies.
Phobics often imagine being attacked by these winged creatures.