Ichthyophobia

Ichthyophobia is an intense, irrational fear of fish. People with ichthyophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near fish.

Impulse

Avoiding swimming, fishing, going to seafood markets, or aquariums. 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 fish. 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 being touched, bitten, or encountered by fish.

Emotional Distress

Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when near water where fish might be or when thinking about fish.