Nosocomephobia is an intense, irrational fear of sick people or being around those who are ill. People with nosocomephobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near individuals who are sick or environments associated with illness, such as hospitals.
Impulse
Avoiding hospitals or any places where sick people might be present. This can also extend to avoiding social situations or public places during seasons associated with sickness or outbreaks. 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 sick individuals or being in places where illness is present. 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 catching diseases, becoming seriously ill, or the consequences of being exposed to illness.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when near sick people or when thinking about the potential for exposure to illness, leading to significant social withdrawal and health-related anxieties.