Diabetophobia

/ˌdaɪəbɪtəˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An irrational fear of developing diabetes or of diabetic conditions.

Etymology

From diabetes + Greek phobos (fear). A modern psychological term created in the 20th century as awareness of diabetes increased.

Kelly Says

Diabetophobia represents a very modern anxiety—this fear couldn't exist before diabetes became widely recognized and talked about, showing how cultural awareness actually creates new psychological conditions.

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