Ornithophobia is the abnormal and irrational fear of birds, a type of specific phobia, and may also refer to a strong dislike of birds; sufferers are often afraid of specific kinds of bird, such as chickens, ducks or pest birds in grain-producing areas, and may fear being attacked, or simply feel uncomfortable around a bird's fluttering wings, the way it moves, the texture of its feathers, or the possibility of disease. Without treatment the phobia can become life-limiting, and it produces symptoms including heart palpitations, sweating, nervousness and avoidance behavior.
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Type of Phenomenon Diagnostic ChapterAnxiety or Fear-Related Disorders 1 Connections
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Ornithophobia is the abnormal and irrational fear of birds, a type of specific phobia, and may also refer to a strong dislike of birds; sufferers are often afraid of specific kinds of bird, such as chickens, ducks or pest birds in grain-producing areas, and may fear being attacked, or simply feel uncomfortable around a bird's fluttering wings, the way it moves, the texture of its feathers, or the possibility of disease.
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The phobia itself causes heart palpitations, sweating, nervousness, and avoidance behavior in those who suffer from it.
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Wikipedia article 'Ornithophobia' is filed under Category:Zoophobias.
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