Xenophobia is an intense, irrational fear of strangers or foreigners. People with xenophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near individuals they perceive as different or unfamiliar.
Impulse
Avoiding interactions with people from different cultures, as well as places where they are likely to be present. Abberance (ABE) increases by 1 from the source of fear.
Disorder
In addition to trait intensity behaviors: Overwhelming fear or panic in the presence of strangers or foreigners. 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 harmed or overwhelmed by outsiders.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when dealing with or thinking about strangers or foreigners.