Aquaphobia (Fear of Water) - Cleveland Clinic
Aquaphobia is a fear of water. People with this specific phobia feel anxious when they think about or see water. They may avoid baths, showers, pools and bodies of water. Many people with aquaphobia have had traumatic experiences with water. You can overcome a phobia of water with exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and medication.
Managing the Fear of Water (Aquaphobia) - Healthline
2018年3月15日 · If you have aquaphobia, or the fear of water, you live with a persistent and abnormal amount of fear that prevents you from getting close to water.
Aquaphobia: Causes, symptoms, and treatment - Medical News Today
2020年7月27日 · Aquaphobia refers to an extreme or irrational fear of water. In this article, learn about the symptoms, potential causes, and treatment options available.
Aquaphobia - Wikipedia
Aquaphobia (from Latin aqua 'water' and Ancient Greek φόβος (phóbos) 'fear') is an irrational fear of water. [ 1 ] Aquaphobia is considered a specific phobia of natural environment type in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders . [ 2 ]
The Fear of Water or Aquaphobia - Verywell Mind
2023年12月8日 · Aquaphobia, or fear of water, is a fairly common phobia. Like all phobias, it may vary dramatically in severity from person to person. Some people are only afraid of deep water or strong waves, while others fear swimming pools and bathtubs. It can be common or worse for people who cannot swim.
Fear of water (Aquaphobia): Common causes and treatment
2024年5月31日 · Up to 3% of Americans have aquaphobia: a severe fear or anxiety about water or situations involving water, causing significant distress and interfering with one’s life (to paraphrase the DSM-5).
Aquaphobia (Fear of Water): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Aquaphobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by an intense fear or phobia of water. It can manifest as a fear of swimming pools, oceans, lakes, or even fear of showering or bathing. Common symptoms include panic attacks, rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, and a strong desire to escape or avoid water-related situations.