Coulrophobia is an intense, irrational fear of clowns. People with coulrophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near clowns.
Impulse
Avoiding events or places where clowns might be present, such as circuses or children’s parties. 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 clowns. 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 clowns causing harm or fear.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when encountering clowns or even images of clowns.