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Psychologist's Explanation: What is Trypophobia
07.09.2023 21:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:23
Researchers estimate that up to 14% or more of the population experience some form of disgust or fear of stimuli associated with trypophobia.
What is trypophobia
Trypophobia is one such phobia that causes a pathological fear of holes and openings, especially when they are in large numbers.
Even an ordinary bar of chocolate with a porous texture or a honeycomb can terrify patients and seriously affect their mental state.
Why does a person get trypophobia
Fear of dermatological pathologies is one of the most common reasons for the development of trypophobia.
Ulcers, enlarged pores, wounds, scars - all this provokes panic and disgust in the patient. An uncontrollable attack of fear can be accompanied by obsessions and nervousness.
Why is trypophobia dangerous
In severe cases, trypophobia leads to panic attacks, depression, insomnia and affects daily life: a person cannot communicate, go to work or school.
If the symptoms of trypophobia are very disturbing, it is better to consult a psychiatrist.
How is trypophobia treated
Professionals can offer two types of support.
These are therapeutic sessions - mainly using cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as exposure therapy, during which a person gets to know his fear closer and learns how to respond to it correctly.
