Philophobia: When Falling in Love Feels So Scary

Love can be one of the most beautiful and amazing stories in life, but it can also be scary. While some worries are normal, some people find love scary. People who have a fear of love are also known as philophobia. This fear is so strong that they find it difficult, sometimes impossible, to form and maintain loving relationships. The word philophobia comes from the Greek word "Philos" which means to love or be loved, while "Phobos" (phobia) is the Greek word for fear.
Philophobia is an overwhelming fear of falling in love. This fear is so strong that it interferes with everyday life. Symptoms may vary from person to person. These symptoms can include emotional and physical reactions when thinking about falling in love. It's difficult to know exactly how many people have specific phobias, such as philophobia. Many people may keep these fears to themselves or may not realize they have them.

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