Musophobia is an intense, irrational fear of mice or rats. People with musophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near these rodents.
Impulse
Avoiding environments where mice or rats might be, such as basements, attics, or certain outdoor 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 mice or rats. 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 bitten, contaminated, or harmed by mice or rats.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when encountering or thinking about these rodents.