Megalophobia is the fear of large objects, which can trigger anxiety disorders and panic attacks; people with megalophobia feel uneasy around huge objects, and some will avoid going into cities altogether because of the presence of skyscrapers and other massive structures.
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Type of Phenomenon Diagnostic ChapterAnxiety or Fear-Related Disorders 1 Everyday Context Connections
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Source Wikipedia: Megalophobia
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1. Wikipedia: Megalophobia
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Some people with megalophobia will avoid going into cities due to the presence of skyscrapers and other massive structures and objects. Megalophobia falls under the specific phobia category due to people with the fear will feel uneasy, shakiness around large objects and buildings.
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Megalophobia is the fear of large objects which triggers anxiety disorders and panic attacks.
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