Pteronophobia is an intense, irrational fear of feathers or being tickled by feathers. People with pteronophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or come in contact with feathers.
Impulse
Avoiding birds, feather-stuffed pillows, down comforters, and events or locations where feathers are present. 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 feathers. 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 tickled or discomfort caused by feathers.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when near feathers or when thinking about them.