Androphobia, or fear of men, is a common phobia that can affect individuals of all ages. It is most commonly seen in young females and can be caused by traumatic experiences. Symptoms include anxiety, nightmares, and avoidance of men. Treatment options include behavior therapy and medication.
Anxiety disorders occur in individuals of all ages and fear of men is considered to be one of the most common types of phobias. This phobia is known as androphobia, it can afflict males and females of all ages, from early childhood to adulthood. Although fear of men can occur in both males and females, it is more commonly seen in young females. The causes may vary, but fear of males most commonly exists in individuals who have undergone some type of traumatic experience. There are other causes of androphobia as well and this condition should be diagnosed and treated by a professional.
Signs of androphobia most commonly appear in early childhood. In many cases, girls show a fear of boys for no apparent reason. The child may seem reluctant to be alone with a man, even a close friend or relative. The child may also develop nightmares involving men or show a distrust of men in general. Fear of men can be due to being mistreated or abused by a man, although this is not always the case.
Severe cases of androphobia are most commonly seen in children and adolescents, and some of the symptoms include extreme anxiety when around men or a feeling of dread. Young children may scream or cry when they meet a man, while others have trouble sleeping. In adults, extreme fear of males can cause the individual to withdraw and withdraw. Single adult women with androphobia may not want to associate with men and choose not to date.
Common symptoms include heart palpitations or sweating. Some individuals who exhibit this fear may also have difficulty communicating with men and may stammer or stutter in their presence. In extreme cases, visible signs of androphobia can include tremors. Fear of boys is commonly found in girls or women who have been physically abused or raped. Although most people who suffer from this fear are women, boys and men who have been violently abused by men can also show signs of androphobia.
Left untreated, individuals with androphobia can become severely depressed or even suicidal. After a diagnosis has been determined, psychologists and phobia counselors can suggest an effective treatment plan for the individual. Treatment for an abnormal fear of men may include behavior therapy and medications.
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