Most common questions used to investigate
Do you start shaking when exposed to dirt or bacteria or when you believe that germ contact may have occurred?
Do you experience heart palpitations when exposed to dirt or bacteria or when you believe that germ contact may have occurred?
Do you start sweating when exposed to dirt or bacteria or when you believe that germ contact may have occurred?
Do you start crying when exposed to dirt or bacteria or when you believe that germ contact may have occurred?
Do you frequently wash your hands?
Do you take multiple showers each day?
Do you always carry and use hand sanitizer?
Are you unwilling to use public restrooms?
Are you unwilling to share food?
Are you unwilling to take public transportation?
Common conclusions
Based on your answers, it is unlikely that you suffer from mysophobia. Mysophobia is an unhealthy fear of germs or contamination. It’s normal to be concerned about your health, to avoid cross-contamination of foods and maintaining good hygiene. However, when these normal concerns become exaggerated, it may have a negative impact on your life. The phobia is common, there are even celebrities who suffer from mysophobia. If you would like to know more about this disorder, you can always talk to your doctor.
Based on your answers, you are displaying one or more signs of mysophobia. Mysophobia is an unhealthy fear of germs or contamination. The condition is thought to be related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, in which people experience repeated, persistent and unwanted urges that cause an anxious reaction. People with mysophobia fear germs carried by others, and this condition can lead to avoid social situations. Over time, these behaviors can even cause isolation. The people close to you may think you are paranoid or hostile. Besides, you have a chance of developing social phobia and/or agoraphobia. Make sure to discuss your symptoms with your doctor, especially if they interfere with your daily life.
Unfortunately, you are displaying symptoms typically seen among individuals who have mysophobia. Mysophobia is an unhealthy fear of germs or contamination. The symptoms are likely to have
References
https://www.verywellmind.com/all-about-msyophobia-fear-of-germs-2671871
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