Ablutophobia
Ablutophobia is an irrational fear of showering, bathing or cleaning oneself.
This can have a seriously negative impact on the sufferer by affecting social situations, employment and overall mental and physical health.
Treatments can include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy and Hypnosis. Drug treatments may include anti anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines.
People think they can destress and regulate their emotions by using only their minds.
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