Arachnophobia is an intense, irrational fear of spiders. People with arachnophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near spiders.
Impulse
Avoiding places where spiders might be found, such as basements, attics, or wooded areas. Abberance (ABE) increases by 1 from the source of fear.
Disorder
In addition to trait intensity behaviors: Overwhelming fear or panic at the sight or thought of spiders. Abberance (ABE) increases by 3 (instead of 1) from the source of fear.
Physical Symptoms
Rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, nausea, or dizziness.
Intrusive Thoughts
Persistent and distressing thoughts about spiders, even when they are not present.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when encountering or thinking about spiders.