Coprophobia

/ˌkoʊproʊˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An irrational fear or extreme aversion to feces, excrement, or anything related to defecation; a specific phobia.

Etymology

From Greek 'kopros' (feces) + 'phobos' (fear). Documented in clinical psychology as a rare specific phobia, sometimes linked to trauma, OCD, or anxiety disorders.

Kelly Says

Coprophobia is rarer than you'd think—most people are just disgusted by feces, but a true coprophobe experiences panic and avoidance severe enough to disrupt daily life. Some sufferers can't even use bathrooms.

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