Masklophobia, sometimes called maskaphobia, is a specific phobia used to classify a general, and in some cases irrational, fear of masks, people in costumed clothing and mascots, which is common among toddlers and young children. The common cause of masklophobia is not known, though coulrophobia, fear of clowns, can sometimes be associated with it.
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Type of Phenomenon Diagnostic ChapterAnxiety or Fear-Related Disorders 1 Sources
1. Wikipedia: Masklophobia
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Masklophobia (sometimes referred to as maskaphobia) is a specific phobia used to classify a general and in some cases an irrational fear of masks, people in costumed clothing and mascots which is common among toddlers and young children.
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