9 parts Complete 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
