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Bookmark or Share- What Is Considered a Germaphobe?: Signs and Symptoms - Psych CentralIf someone’s fear of germs is because of a diagnosable condition, some signs may be if the person: actively avoids germs or dirt. cleans hands and surfaces excessively. experiences extreme fear...
- Germaphobia (Mysophobia): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Well+GoodA person’s germaphobia could manifest as excessive showering or hand washing, refusing to touch or see other people for fear of germs, avoiding public restrooms at all costs, or feeling the need...
- From Fear to Freedom: Treating Germophobia and OCD | FHE HealthA fear of germs that is interfering with daily life and causing anxiety can be distressing. The good news is that help is available, and that with treatment you can learn effective strategies for managing the symptoms and learning how to stop being a germophobe.
- Germaphobia: An Infected Mind | Psychology TodayWith COVID-19 in mind, let's explore the concept of germaphobia, its historical context, and how it differs from a clinical diagnosis like obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Germaphobia: Symptoms, When to Be Concerned, Treatment, and MoreGermaphobia (also sometimes spelled germophobia) is the fear of germs. In this case, “germs” refers broadly to any microorganism that causes disease — for instance, bacteria, viruses, or parasites....
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