ANDROPHOBIA || J.J.K

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