What is Androphobia? Androphobia is defined as a fear of men. Such a phobia can afflict men and women, but is typically seen in younger females. What are the symptoms of androphobia? The symptoms of androphobia may include: • An instant, intense fear, anxiousness or panic when you see or think about men • An awareness that your fear of men is irrational or inflated but you feel like you cannot control it • Anxiety that worsens as a man gets physically closer to you • Active avoidance of men or situations where you might encounter men; or feeling intense worry or fear in situations where you encounter men • Trouble carrying out your daily activities because you are afraid of men Causes of Androphobia- • Past negative experiences with men, such as rape, physical assault, mental or physical abuse, neglect, or sexual harassment • Genetics and your environment, which can include learned behavior • Changes in your brain functioning

"Ethan." Aiden pauses. "I want you." He softly bites my ear. "I want to kiss you more than you will ever know." Trying to avoid the daily beatings of the school bully can be challenging. But what happens if the schools bully has a crush on you?