Erotophobia

/ˌɛrətəˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An extreme fear or irrational anxiety about sexual activity, desire, or sexual contact.

Etymology

From Greek 'eros' (sexual love) + 'phobos' (fear). This psychological term describes the opposite extreme from erotomania—fear rather than obsession.

Kelly Says

Erotophobia can manifest as extreme anxiety around intimacy or sex and is sometimes linked to trauma, but it can also reflect deeply ingrained cultural or religious messaging about sexuality being 'dirty' or dangerous.

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