Monday, 15 June 2009

Ornithophobia


Ornithophobia, or fear of birds, can take many forms. Some people fear only pigeons, while others are afraid of even household pets like budgies. If you suffer from ornithophobia, you fear that you will be attacked by a bird or you may simply be uncomfortable around them.

Like most animal phobias, ornithophobia is usually created by a negative experience with the feared animal. Many birds can be very aggressive in hunting for food, childhood run-ins with pigeons or seagulls attempting to steal your food are common.
Many people, whether or not they have a full-blown phobia, are cautious about snacking in areas with large bird populations.

Ornithophobia, or fear of birds, is not uncommon. However, without treatment it can become life-limiting. Under the guidance of a trained therapist, you can overcome your phobia. www.thefearmaster.com

The symptoms of ornithophobia will fluctuate according to its severity.

When forced to face up to a bird, you may shudder, whimper or even stop dead in place. You may run away or hide. You might also experience anticipatory anxiety in the days before a likely confrontation , a fear of the future.
Over time, untreated ornithophobia could eventually lead you to become agoraphobic, terrified to leave your house for fear of confronting a bird.

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