Definition of Equinophobia Definition of Equinophobia Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Slideshow Equinophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of horses. Sufferers of equinophobia experience undue anxiety even when a horse is known to be gentle and well trained. They usually avoid horses entirely rather than risk being kicked, bitten or thrown. They may also fear other hoofed animals such as ponies, donkeys and mules. This type of phobia may be triggered by a fall from a horse (which is probably why it is said that, after a fall from a horse, one should get right back on). "Equinophobia" is a hybrid word (one that is composed of roots from different languages). It is derived from the Latin "equus" (horse) and Greek "phobos" (fear). "Equus" also gives us the English words "equoid" and "equine" (resembling a horse). Talipes equinovarus is the common form of clubfoot in which the heel is elevated (like a horse's) and turned inward.

An alternate name for equinophobia is "hippophobia," derived from the Greek "hippos" (horse) and "phobos" fear. "Hippos" has given us the English word "hippodrome," the oval-shaped racecourses in ancient Greece and Rome where horse and chariot races took place. "Hippodrome" can also refer to any building or arena of the present or past designed for circuses, games and other entertainments. Last Editorial Review: 6/9/2016 Equinophobia – Symptoms and Causes of Equinophia – Treatment Share your stories and support others... Equinophobia Tweet When it comes to riding horses, you must be aware of anything that could happen. Horses are large animals and are generally not considered dangerous; however, it is possible to fall off a horse which may result in harm. Whether it’s riding them for leisure or competing with them, there are many people around the world who love horses. Yet there are many people who are very fearful of horses, as it is a real phobia that persists among the general population. Equinophobia is the abnormal and persistent fear of horses.

Those who have this phobia may experience extreme panic or anxiety at the thought of horses or being near them. Equinophobia can be debilitating and interfere with activities. Symptoms of Equinophobia Symptoms may arise any time someone thinks of a horse or is physically near a horse. Such symptoms include: Feeling of terror Feeling anxious next to a calm horse Shortness of breath Causes of Equinophobia This phobia is most commonly caused by a negative or traumatic experience with a horse, usually during childhood. Many who are afraid of horses have been knocked off a horse, which may be why they say “if you get kicked off a horse, jump right back on.” Usually those who get kicked off horses will avoid them for a long period of time, and the fear of horses will gradually develop and increase over time. Media portrayals of horses and stallions add to the fear of horses. For example, there are movies that portray black stallions to be fierce, evil beings with beady red eyes. Treatment of Equinophobia There are several treatment options available for those suffering with equinophobia. It is recommended to seek treatment if you are unable to control your fear or if it interferes with your life.

Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most common therapies for people with certain phobias. This form of therapy focuses on your fears and why they exist. It seeks to change and challenge the thought processes behind your fear. Cognitive behavioral treatment has been shown to be effective in treating people with equinophobia. Systematic desensitization is another effective treatment option. This form of treatment focuses on gradually acclimating patients to their phobias. The first step may involve thinking about horses, then looking at pictures of horses. Once the patient is more comfortable with those images, they may proceed to meeting a horse, touching a horse, and finally riding a horse. It may be necessary to use medication to help with this phobia; however, medication will only temporarily cease the symptoms and are not effective long term. If you have equinophobia, you should seek help, as it will allow you to treat your phobia. View Resources Equinophobia - Symptoms and Causes of a Fear of Horses Insight into Equinophobia - The Fear of Horses written by: Shel1488 • edited by: Paul Arnold • updated: 1/22/2011 Equinophobia is an intense and persistent fear of horses.

When near a horse, an individual with the phobia may experience symptoms that are similar to an anxiety attack. slide 1 of 5 Introduction The term “equinophobia" is derived from “equus," the Latin term for horse, and “phobos," Greek for fear. “Hippophobia," an alternate term for this condition, is derived from “hippos," the Greek word for horse, and “phobos." From these terms, it is easy to guess that equinophobia is an abnormal and unrelenting fear of horses. In most cases, the fear is unwarranted, as it will seize you even if the horse is tame and gentle. Even a horse that is restrained by rope or locked in a stable can spark anxiety. In addition, equinophobia is not always limited to horses; you may also fear ponies, donkeys, mules, zebras and other hoofed animals. slide 2 of 5 Symptoms Equinophobia invokes symptoms that are typical of an anxiety or panic attack . When near a horse, you may experience the following physical conditions: accelerated heart rate, sweating, dizziness, nausea, chest pain, shortness of breath, and trembling.

Psychological reactions such as feelings of unreality or an intense detachment from yourself are also common symptoms. While a fear of fainting may arise during the anxiety attack, actual fainting is a rare occurrence. In severe cases, simply thinking about a horse can bring on these symptoms. Similarly, the sound and smell of a horse or sight of manure can also act as triggers. Taking extreme measures to avoid horses and anything associated with horses is a strong sign of equinophobia. This will most likely inhibit you from participating in activities such as horseback riding and spectator events such as rodeos and circuses where horses may appear. slide 3 of 5 Causes Although some phobias are more likely to develop during childhood, you can acquire equinophobia at any age. A personal accident involving a horse typically sparks the phobia. For example, unpleasant experiences of being bitten, kicked, trampled or thrown by a horse are common causes. Sometimes, simply witnessing aggressive horse behavior, whether on a television show, movie or in real life, is conducive to equinophobia development. Having knowledge of horse-related accidents is another potential cause, but here other factors are usually required for a severe phobia to develop.

For example, learning that, actor, Christopher Reeves suffered from paralysis after a horse riding accident may inspire you to be cautious with horses; however, that information alone may not lead to an unreasonable phobia. slide 4 of 5 Treatment You may want to consider treatment if equinophobia serves as a continual interruption in your daily life. Therapists usually treat phobias with exposure therapy. During this process, you are gradually exposed to the object of fear, first in an imaginative situation and later in reality. When treating equinophobia, a therapist may first have you draw a picture of a horse. Next, you would be exposed to a picture or video featuring horses. Eventually you will be led to stand near a real, restrained horse and make contact with it. The final step could involve mounting the horse’s back. Before treatment begins, you can help yourself by learning more about horse behavior and how phobias work.

slide 5 of 5 25 Celebrities With Animal Phobias Your guide to getting an online psychology degree 25 Celebrities With Animal Phobias November 28, 2012 by Annette Turk Image Source Celebrities and their statuses as idols, icons, and role models represent an integral part of society and culture. Men and women both young and old are attracted to these “stars” for a variety of reasons, which range from physical appeal to talent ability. However, what many people forget to realize is that celebrities are human beings, and they experience the same fears and phobias that all “normal” members of society experience. In fact, many statistics estimate that approximately 6 million citizens of the United States experience a phobia in one or more areas. From Britney Spears to Brad Pitt, continue on to discover the array of celebrities who possess phobias of both animals and other things. 1. Kristen Stewart: Equinophobia–Fear of Horses Image Source Kristen Stewart, who is well-known for her roles in Twilight and Snow White and the Huntsman, possesses a fear of horses.

According to Stewart, she “hates them.” The fear of horses is a phobia that is known as either equinophobia or hippophobia. Kristen Stewart’s equinophobia began when she was nine-years-old, at which time she fell from a horse and broke her elbow. 2. La Toya Jackson: Ailurophobia–Fear of Cats Image Source La Toya Jackson, who is a well-known singer, songwriter, actress, former model, activist, and sister to Michael Jackson, is afraid of cats. This fear represents a phobia that is known as ailurophobia. La Toya Jackson’s fear of cats was announced on an episode of American Idol, and the star relates her ailurophobia to a childhood incident in which a close relative was attacked by a cat. 3. Orlando Bloom: Swinophobia–Fear of Pigs Image Source Orlando Bloom, who is known for his good looks, his supermodel wife, and his role in Pirates of the Carribean, possesses a fear of pigs. This fear represents a phobia that is known as swinophobia.

Orlando Bloom’s swinophobia became known when he was filming Kingdom of Heaven, at which time a pig ran loose on set and Bloom “ran like crazy.” 4. Lyle Lovett: Bovinophobia–Fear of Cows Image Source Lyle Lovett, who is a well-known country singer, songwriter, and actor, possesses a fear of cows. This fear represents a phobia that is known as bovinophobia. According to Lovett, who is also Julia Robert’s ex-husband, his bovinophobia stems from a severe leg fracture that he endured as a result of being attacked by a bull on his uncle’s ranch. When this star is confronted with cows, he feels helpless and runs away. 5. Scarlett Johansson: Katsaridaphobia–Fear of Cockroaches Image Source Scarlet Johansson, who is adored for her beauty, charm, and acting abilities, suffers from a fear of cockroaches. This fear represents a phobia that is known as katsaridaphobia, which is quite common. One time, Johansson woke up to find a cockroach on her face. Since then, this gorgeous woman has suffered from katsaridaphobia. 6.

Nicole Kidman: Lepidopterophobia–Fear of Butterflies Image Source Nicole Kidman, who is well-known for her role in Cold Mountain, possesses a fear of butterflies. This relatively common fear represents a phobia that is known as lepidopterophobia. According to Kidman, her lepidopterophobia began when she was a child growing up in Australia. Since that time, she attempted to “break her fear” of butterflies by visiting a butterfly cage at the Museum of Natural History, and it was an unsuccessful attempt. 7. Tyra Banks: Delfiniphobia–Fear of Dolphins Image Source Tyra Banks, the well-known supermodel, advocate for women, and host of America’s Next Top Model, possesses a fear of dolphins. This fear represents a phobia that is known as delfiniphobia. Banks has been afraid of dolphins since she was 8-years-old, and she currently has recurring dreams where she is in a pool and dolphins keep bumping into her. 8. Britney Spears: Herpetophobia–Fear of Reptiles Image Source Britney Spears, who is a well-known singer, songwriter, socialite, and mother to two boys, possesses a fear of reptiles.

The fear of reptiles represents a common phobia that is known as herpetophobia. According to Spears, she only fears the Komodo Dragon and other lizards. 9. Justin Timberlake: Arachnophobia–Fear of Spiders Image Source Justin Timberlake is well-known as a singer, as a “teen heartthrob,” and as Jessica Biel’s charming boyfriend. He possesses a fear of spiders. This fear represents a common phobia that is known as arachnophobia. Aside from spiders, Timberlake also avoids sharks and snakes at all costs. 10. Katie Holmes: Agrizoophobia–Fear of Raccoons Image Source Katie Holmes, who is well-known as an actress, a fashion icon, Tom Cruise’s ex-wife, and as Suri Cruise’s mother, possesses a fear of raccoons. This fear represents a part of the phobia that is known as agrizoophobia. According to Holmes, she has always been afraid of raccoons. When confronted with one of these animals, Katie prefers to either “freak out” or “bark” in response. 11.

Shannon Elizabeth: Alektorophobia–Fear of Chickens Image Source Shannon Elizabeth, who is well-known as an actress and fashion model, possesses a fear of chickens. The fear of chickens is known as alektorophobia. According to many sources, this star of American Pie obtains an “extreme” or “morbid” fear of chickens. 12. Jake Gyllenhaal: Fear of Ostriches Image Source Jake Gyllenhaal is well-known for his charming personality and his talents as an actor. This star of Donnie Darko possesses a fear of ostriches. According to Gyllenhaal, he developed this fear while acting in Prince of Persia: Sands of Time, at which time a peer informed him that ostriches will “tear out your eyes and rip out your heart.” 13. David Beckham: Ornithophobia–Fear of Birds. And Ataxophobia–Fear of Untidiness Image Source David Beckham is known for possessing exceptional skills in soccer, a beautiful wife, four children, and a toned physique. In addition, this star possesses both a fear of birds and a fear of untidiness.

The fear of birds is referred to as ornithophobia, and the fear of untidiness is referred to as ataxophobia. According to Victoria Beckham, David Beckham’s closet is coordinated by color, and his cans of soda must line up appropriately in the fridge. 14. Eminem: A Form of Ornithophobia–Fear of Owls Eminem, who is well-known for his singing and songwriting talents, possesses a fear of owls. The fear of owls represents a component of ornithophobia, which is the fear of birds. According to Eminem, he has “a serious fear of owls.” 15. Woody Allen: Many Phobias Image Source Woody Allen is well-known as a screenwriter, actor, comedian, and musician. This Small Time Crooks star not only possesses a fear of deer, he also possesses fears of dogs, insects, sunshine, children, small rooms, and cancer as well. All in all, Allen possesses the most phobias of all Hollywood stars and starlets. The fear of dogs is referred to as cynophobia, and the fear of insects is referred to as entomophobia. Both cynophobia and entomophobia are common all around the World. 16.

Walt Disney: Musophobia–Fear of Mice Image Source Walt Disney, the founder and creator of both Disney World and an array of films, possessed the fear of mice. This fear represents the phobia that is known as musophobia. Despite the fact that Walt Disney obtained the idea for Mickey Mouse by watching mice play in his garage, this well-known man ironically feared those small creatures. 17. Robson Green: Spheksophobia–Fear of Wasps Robson Green is a well-known singer and songwriter from England, and he possesses a fear of wasps. The fear of wasps is known as spheksophobia, which is a common phobia. According to many sources, this star “dreads” wasps. 18. Brad Pitt: Selacophobia–Fear of Sharks Brad Pitt, who is well-known for his stunning looks, charming character, acting skills, and commitment to charity, possesses a fear of sharks. This fear is known as selacophobia, and numerous people suffer from it. 19. Johnny Depp: Arachnophobia–Fear of Spiders. And Coulrophobia–Fear of Clowns.

Image Source Johnny Depp, who is well-known for his superior performances in an array of top movies, possesses both a fear of spiders and a fear of clowns. The fear of spiders is known as arachnophobia, and the fear of clowns is known as coulrophobia. Both of these phobias are quite common around the World. According to Depp, his fear of clowns stems from the fact that “there always seems to be a darkness lurking just under their surface, a potential for real evil.” 20. Johnny Cash: Ophidiophobia–Fear of Snakes. And Aerophobia–Fear of Flying. Image Source Johhny Cash was an American singer, songwriter, and actor who possessed both a fear of snakes and a fear of flying. The fear of snakes is known as ophidiophobia, and the fear of flying is known as aerophobia. Many people suffer from both of those phobias. 21. Ainsley Harriott: Ophidiophobia–Fear of Snakes Ainsley Harriott is a well-known chef and television presenter from England, and he possesses an extreme fear of snakes. The fear of snakes is known as ophidiophobia.

Like Ainsley, many people suffer from this phobia. 22. Nadine Coyle: Many Animal Phobias Image Source Nadine Coyle is a well-known singer, songwriter, actress, and model of Irish descent. Coyle possesses fears of many animals, which include dogs, cats, snakes, spiders, and rodents. The fear of dogs is known as cynophobia, the fear of cats is known as ailurophobia, the fear of snakes is known as ophidiophobia, the fear of spiders is known as arachnophobia, and the fear of rodents is known as musophobia. 23. Adolf Hitler: Ailurophobia–Fear of Cats Image Source Adolf Hitler was not necessarily known as an idol or an icon, but he was known for his extremely cynical reputation as one if the most cruel and immoral leaders the World has every known. In addition, Hitler was known to possess a fear of cats. The fear of cats is known as ailurophobia. 24. Matt Damon: Ophidiophobia–Fear of Snakes Image Source Matt Damon is a well-known actor from Hollywood who possesses a severe fear of snakes. The fear of snakes is known as ophidiophobia.

Damon’s fear of these creatures was apparent on the set of We Bought A Zoo, where he “cried like a baby and rocked back and forth when the snakes were spread all over the set.” The Phobia List Amaxophobia- Fear of riding in a car. Ambulophobia- Fear of walking. Amychophobia- Fear of scratches or being scratched. Anablephobia- Fear of looking up. Ancraophobia- Fear of wind. (Anemophobia) Androphobia- Fear of men. Anemophobia- Fear of air drafts or wind.(Ancraophobia) Anginophobia- Fear of angina, choking or narrowness. Anglophobia- Fear of England or English culture, etc. Angrophobia - Fear of anger or of becoming angry. Ankylophobia- Fear of immobility of a joint. Anthrophobia or Anthophobia- Fear of flowers. Anthropophobia- Fear of people or society. Antlophobia- Fear of floods. Anuptaphobia- Fear of staying single. Apeirophobia- Fear of infinity. Aphenphosmphobia- Fear of being touched. (Haphephobia) Apiphobia- Fear of bees.

Apotemnophobia- Fear of persons with amputations. Arachibutyrophobia- Fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of the mouth. Arachnephobia or Arachnophobia- Fear of spiders. Arithmophobia- Fear of numbers. Cainophobia or Cainotophobia- Fear of newness, novelty. Caligynephobia- Fear of beautiful women. Cancerophobia or Carcinophobia- Fear of cancer. Cardiophobia- Fear of the heart. Carnophobia- Fear of meat. Catagelophobia- Fear of being ridiculed. Catapedaphobia- Fear of jumping from high and low places. Cathisophobia- Fear of sitting. Cenophobia or Centophobia- Fear of new things or ideas. Ceraunophobia or Keraunophobia- Fear of thunder and lightning.(Astraphobia, Astrapophobia) Chaetophobia- Fear of hair. Cheimaphobia or Cheimatophobia- Fear of cold.(Frigophobia, Psychophobia) Chemophobia- Fear of chemicals or working with chemicals. Cherophobia- Fear of gaiety. Chiraptophobia- Fear of being touched. Chirophobia- Fear of hands.

Cholerophobia- Fear of anger or the fear of cholera. Chorophobia- Fear of dancing. Chrometophobia or Chrematophobia- Fear of money. Chromophobia or Chromatophobia- Fear of colors. Chronophobia- Fear of time. Cibophobia- Fear of food.(Sitophobia, Sitiophobia) Claustrophobia- Fear of confined spaces. Cleithrophobia or Cleisiophobia- Fear of being locked in an enclosed place. Cleptophobia- Fear of stealing. Climacophobia- Fear of stairs, climbing, or of falling downstairs. Clinophobia- Fear of going to bed. Clithrophobia or Cleithrophobia- Fear of being enclosed. Cnidophobia- Fear of stings. Decidophobia- Fear of making decisions. Defecaloesiophobia- Fear of painful bowels movements. Deipnophobia- Fear of dining or dinner conversations. Dementophobia- Fear of insanity. Demonophobia or Daemonophobia- Fear of demons. Demophobia- Fear of crowds. (Agoraphobia) Dendrophobia- Fear of trees. Dermatophobia- Fear of skin lesions.

Dermatosiophobia or Dermatophobia or Dermatopathophobia- Fear of skin disease. Dextrophobia- Fear of objects at the right side of the body. Diabetophobia- Fear of diabetes. Didaskaleinophobia- Fear of going to school. Dikephobia- Fear of justice. Dinophobia- Fear of dizziness or whirlpools. Diplophobia- Fear of double vision. Dipsophobia- Fear of drinking. Dishabiliophobia- Fear of undressing in front of someone. Disposophobia- Fear of throwing stuff out. Hoarding. Domatophobia- Fear of houses or being in a house.(Eicophobia, Oikophobia) Doraphobia- Fear of fur or skins of animals. Doxophobia- Fear of expressing opinions or of receiving praise. Dromophobia- Fear of crossing streets. Dutchphobia- Fear of the Dutch. Dysmorphophobia- Fear of deformity. Hagiophobia- Fear of saints or holy things. Hamartophobia- Fear of sinning. Haphephobia or Haptephobia- Fear of being touched. Harpaxophobia- Fear of being robbed.

Hedonophobia- Fear of feeling pleasure. Heliophobia- Fear of the sun. Hellenologophobia- Fear of Greek terms or complex scientific terminology. Helminthophobia- Fear of being infested with worms. Hemophobia or Hemaphobia or Hematophobia- Fear of blood. Heresyphobia or Hereiophobia- Fear of challenges to official doctrine or of radical deviation. Herpetophobia- Fear of reptiles or creepy, crawly things. Heterophobia- Fear of the opposite sex. (Sexophobia) Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia- Fear of the number 666. Hierophobia- Fear of priests or sacred things. Hippophobia- Fear of horses. Hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia- Fear of long words. Hobophobia- Fear of bums or beggars. Hodophobia- Fear of road travel. Hormephobia- Fear of shock. Homophobia- Fear of sameness, monotony or of homosexuality or of becoming homosexual. Hoplophobia- Fear of firearms. Hydrargyophobia- Fear of mercurial medicines. Hydrophobia- Fear of water or of rabies.

Hydrophobophobia- Fear of rabies. Hyelophobia or Hyalophobia- Fear of glass. Hygrophobia- Fear of liquids, dampness, or moisture. Hylephobia- Fear of materialism or the fear of epilepsy. Hylophobia- Fear of forests. Hypengyophobia or Hypegiaphobia- Fear of responsibility. Hypnophobia- Fear of sleep or of being hypnotized. Hypsiphobia- Fear of height. Iatrophobia- Fear of going to the doctor or of doctors. Ichthyophobia- Fear of fish. Illyngophobia- Fear of vertigo or feeling dizzy when looking down. Iophobia- Fear of poison. Isolophobia- Fear of solitude, being alone. Isopterophobia- Fear of termites, insects that eat wood. Ithyphallophobia- Fear of seeing, thinking about or having an erect penis. Metrophobia- Fear or hatred of poetry. Microbiophobia- Fear of microbes. (Bacillophobia) Microphobia- Fear of small things. Misophobia or Mysophobia- Fear of being contaminated with dirt or germs. Mnemophobia- Fear of memories.

Molysmophobia or Molysomophobia- Fear of dirt or contamination. Monophobia- Fear of solitude or being alone. Monopathophobia- Fear of definite disease. Motorphobia- Fear of automobiles. Musophobia or Muriphobia- Fear of mice. Mycophobia- Fear or aversion to mushrooms. Mycrophobia- Fear of small things. Myctophobia- Fear of darkness. Mythophobia- Fear of myths or stories or false statements. Myxophobia- Fear of slime. (Blennophobia) Nebulaphobia- Fear of fog. (Homichlophobia) Necrophobia- Fear of death or dead things. Nelophobia- Fear of glass. Neopharmaphobia- Fear of new drugs. Neophobia- Fear of anything new. Nephophobia- Fear of clouds. Noctiphobia- Fear of the night. Nomatophobia- Fear of names. Nosophobia or Nosemaphobia- Fear of becoming ill. Nostophobia- Fear of returning home. Novercaphobia- Fear of your step-mother. Nucleomituphobia- Fear of nuclear weapons. Nudophobia- Fear of nudity.

Nyctohylophobia- Fear of dark wooded areas or of forests at night Nyctophobia- Fear of the dark or of night. If you appreciate the Phobia List, please help support it. Obesophobia- Fear of gaining weight.(Pocrescophobia) Ochlophobia- Fear of crowds or mobs. Ochophobia- Fear of vehicles. Octophobia - Fear of the figure 8. Odontophobia- Fear of teeth or dental surgery. Odynophobia or Odynephobia- Fear of pain. (Algophobia) Oenophobia- Fear of wines. Oikophobia- Fear of home surroundings, house.(Domatophobia, Eicophobia) Olfactophobia- Fear of smells. Ombrophobia- Fear of rain or of being rained on. Ommetaphobia or Ommatophobia- Fear of eyes. Omphalophobia- Fear of belly buttons. Oneirophobia- Fear of dreams. Oneirogmophobia- Fear of wet dreams. Onomatophobia- Fear of hearing a certain word or of names. Ophidiophobia- Fear of snakes. (Snakephobia) Ophthalmophobia- Fear of being stared at.

Opiophobia- Fear medical doctors experience of prescribing needed pain medications for patients. Optophobia- Fear of opening one's eyes. Ornithophobia- Fear of birds. Osmophobia or Osphresiophobia- Fear of smells or odors. Ostraconophobia- Fear of shellfish. Peladophobia- Fear of bald people. Pellagrophobia- Fear of pellagra. Pentheraphobia- Fear of mother-in-law. (Novercaphobia) Phagophobia- Fear of swallowing or of eating or of being eaten. Phalacrophobia- Fear of becoming bald. Phallophobia- Fear of a penis, esp erect. Pharmacophobia- Fear of taking medicine. Phasmophobia- Fear of ghosts. Phengophobia- Fear of daylight or sunshine. Philemaphobia or Philematophobia- Fear of kissing. Philophobia- Fear of falling in love or being in love. Philosophobia- Fear of philosophy. Photoaugliaphobia- Fear of glaring lights. Photophobia- Fear of light. Phonophobia- Fear of noises or voices or one's own voice; of telephones. Phronemophobia- Fear of thinking.

Phthiriophobia- Fear of lice. (Pediculophobia) Phthisiophobia- Fear of tuberculosis. Sarmassophobia- Fear of love play. (Malaxophobia) Satanophobia- Fear of Satan. Scatophobia- Fear of fecal matter. Scelerophibia- Fear of bad men, burglars. Sciophobia Sciaphobia- Fear of shadows. Scoleciphobia- Fear of worms. Scopophobia or Scoptophobia- Fear of being seen or stared at. Scotomaphobia- Fear of blindness in visual field. Scotophobia- Fear of darkness. (Achluophobia) Scriptophobia- Fear of writing in public. Selachophobia- Fear of sharks. Selaphobia- Fear of light flashes. Selenophobia- Fear of the moon. Seplophobia- Fear of decaying matter. Sesquipedalophobia- Fear of long words. Sexophobia- Fear of the opposite sex. (Heterophobia) Siderodromophobia- Fear of trains, railroads or train travel. Siderophobia- Fear of stars. Sinistrophobia- Fear of things to the left or left-handed. Sinophobia- Fear of Chinese, Chinese culture.

Sitophobia or Sitiophobia- Fear of food or eating. (Cibophobia) Snakephobia- Fear of snakes. (Ophidiophobia) Soceraphobia- Fear of parents-in-law. Social Phobia- Fear of being evaluated negatively in social situations. Sociophobia- Fear of society or people in general. Somniphobia- Fear of sleep. Soteriophobia - Fear of dependence on others. Spacephobia- Fear of outer space. Spectrophobia- Fear of specters or ghosts. Spermatophobia or Spermophobia- Fear of germs. Spheksophobia- Fear of wasps. Stasibasiphobia or Stasiphobia- Fear of standing or walking. (Ambulophobia) Staurophobia- Fear of crosses or the crucifix. Stenophobia- Fear of narrow things or places. Stygiophobia or Stigiophobia- Fear of hell. Suriphobia- Fear of mice. Taeniophobia or Teniophobia- Fear of tapeworms. Taphephobia Taphophobia- Fear of being buried alive or of cemeteries. Tapinophobia- Fear of being contagious. Taurophobia- Fear of bulls.

Teleophobia- 1) Fear of definite plans. 2) Religious ceremony. Telephonophobia- Fear of telephones. Teratophobia- Fear of bearing a deformed child or fear of monsters or deformed people. Testophobia- Fear of taking tests. Tetanophobia- Fear of lockjaw, tetanus. Teutophobia- Fear of German or German things. Textophobia- Fear of certain fabrics. Thaasophobia- Fear of sitting. Thalassophobia- Fear of the sea. Thanatophobia or Thantophobia- Fear of death or dying. Theatrophobia- Fear of theatres. Theophobia- Fear of gods or religion. Thermophobia- Fear of heat. Tocophobia- Fear of pregnancy or childbirth. Tomophobia- Fear of surgical operations. Tonitrophobia- Fear of thunder. Topophobia- Fear of certain places or situations, such as stage fright. Toxiphobia or Toxophobia or Toxicophobia- Fear of poison or of being accidently poisoned. Traumatophobia- Fear of injury.

Fear of Horses Phobia – Equinophobia You are here: Home / Phobias / Fear of Horses Phobia – Equinophobia Fear of Horses Phobia – Equinophobia Equinophobia is an extreme fear of horses. The word is derived from the Latin word ‘equus’ which means horses and phobos which is ‘deep fear or dread’. Nearly 8% of people around the world are known to suffer from various animal phobias (Zoophobias). Sigmund Freud has described Equinophobia in detail in his landmark paper on “Little Hans” (Analysis of a Phobia in a Five-year-old Boy) based on young equinophobe Herbert Graf. It tells the story of a young boy who developed the phobia after watching a carthorse pulling heavy load collapse in the street. The kid later described being “extremely afraid of the blinkers in front of the horses’ eyes as well as the black region surrounding horses’ mouths”. Another famous person suffering from the fear of horses is NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs’ Eric Berry. Causes of Equinophobia Animal phobias of various kinds are more common in women than in men.

However, in almost all the cases, the phobia develops from a negative or traumatic event in the past that is related remotely to horses. A child having been bitten, kicked, thrown off or trampled by an angry horse will forever remember the pain or blood around horses well into his adulthood. Horses also have very large teeth and penises which can seem frightening to young minds. Experts also believe that many specific or animal phobias tend to run in a family. A parent displaying a fear of horses might unknowingly pass it on to the child. Genetic factors like adrenal insufficiencies can also lead to phobias. A disaster, an accident or an illness that is closely/remotely associated with horses can lead one to permanently fear horses. Wild horses can be large, frightening and unpredictable creatures. They have muscular strength and speed on their side which some humans find intimidating. Actor Christopher Reeves of Superman fame was paralyzed neck down after being thrown off by a horse. News reports of similar incidents seen on TV/media etc can cause already high strung or anxious people to develop an intense and persistent fear of horses. Symptoms of fear of horses Most cases of Equinophobia do not cause any problems in the sufferer’s life.

However, in extreme cases, this fear can be quite debilitating especially when it is impossible for the individual to avoid the object of his/her fear. Some Equinophobes display the following physical and emotional symptoms: Panic or anxiety attacks Rapid breathing, accelerated heart rate Sweating Equinophobia Interpretation Translation Equinophobia An abnormal and persistent fear of horses. Sufferers of equinophobia experience undue anxiety even when a horse is known to be gentle and well trained. They usually avoid horses entirely rather than risk being kicked, bitten or thrown. They may also fear other hoofed animals such as ponies, donkeys and mules. This type of phobia may be triggered by a fall from a horse (which is probably why it is said that, after a fall from a horse, one should get right back on). "Equinophobia" is a hybrid word (one that is composed of roots from different languages). It is derived from the Latin "equus" (horse) and Greek "phobos" ( fear ). "Equus" also gives us the English words "equoid" and "equine" (resembling a horse).

Talipes equinovarus is the common form of clubfoot in which the heel is elevated (like a horse's) and turned inward. An alternate name for equinophobia is "hippophobia," derived from the Greek "hippos" (horse) and "phobos" fear. "Hippos" has given us the English word "hippodrome," the oval-shaped racecourses in ancient Greece and Rome where horse and chariot races took place. "Hippodrome" can also refer to any building or arena of the present or past designed for circuses, games and other entertainments. * * * equi·no·pho·bia (e-kwi″no-foґbe-ə) [L. equinus relating to horses + phobia] irrational fear of horses. Medical dictionary. 2011. ERCP Look at other dictionaries: Equinophobia — is a psychological fear of horses, derived from the Phobos for fear and Equus for horse.Sufferers of Equinophobia usually experience an anxiety of approaching horses.

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For some, wild horses are a living symbol of beauty, freedom, and natural grace. For others, horses are large, frightening, and unpredictable creatures.Many people are fascinated by horses and enjoy their inclusion in sports events and popular culture. Rodeos, polo, show jumping, and races such as the Kentucky Derby are examples of modern events that features horses. Those who fear horses are daunted by their muscular strength and speed, as well as their unpredictability. When fear of horses occurs in a human being, it is called by the Latin name Equinophobia. Why Do Some People Fear Horses? Horses can be very dangerous. Many people have suffered death and serious injuries through riding accidents. Actor Christopher Reeve (of Superman fame) suffered a near-fatal injury while riding a horse. He ended up losing the use of his arms and legs, and living out the rest of his life in a wheelchair . His spinal cord was damaged beyond repair. Eventually, he did die from complications caused by his accident. He touched many hearts as he bravely battled the terrible obstacles he faced. Many people come to fear horses after reading about experiences such as those of Christopher Reeve.

The publicity his injury received was widely reported all over mainstream media, and his plight garnered great interest and sympathy from radio, television, and print media. Recently, the novel The Horse Whisperer told the story of a young girl who suffered trauma while riding a horse. She was with her best friend, who was killed by a jackknifing truck when their horses lost their footing on black ice. The main character, Grace, lost her leg in the accident. The girl is helped by a horse whisperer, a man who comes to the family and applies his special skill in calming and communicating with horses. Through his assistance, Grace learns to cope with the accident, its aftermath, and her Equinophobia. In the beautiful, poignant Rolling Stones ballad, Wild Horses, the dangerous image of the untamed creatures is used to great effect: Childhood living is easy to do… The things you wanted I bought them for you Graceless lady you know who I am You know I cant let you slide through my hands Wild horses couldnt drag me away Wild, wild horses, couldnt drag me away Other Reasons For Equinophobia Many people develop this phobia due to a traumatic interaction with a horses.

They may have been kicked or bitten by an angry horse at some point in their lives. Or they may have been thrown from a moving horse. Trampling and other frightening accidents caused by horses can also cause this phobia. As well, a phobic person can fear the animal itself, due to its imposing size and weight. A horse has large teeth which may scare certain people. The feeling of loss of control some people suffer while riding a horse can exacerbate Equinophobia. Horses are strong and they are very unpredicatable at times. Not everyone has a way with animals, and someone who lacks the ability to interact safely with horses will be much more likely to become afraid of them. Cowboys and other riders who learn how to live and work with horses often develop this skill over a period of years, and they learn from trial and error. Even with all their skill, they still maintain a healthy respect for horses and the dangers they can present. Some people are repulsed by the earthy smell of horses and their stables and yards. They prefer to keep their distance. This dislike of the smell of horse manure and the animal itself can trigger this phobia. Children can be susceptible to fear of horses.

They are small, and horses may seem huge and monstrous to them. Some children adore horses and ponies, but others will shrink away in horror. Children should be treated with gentleness and sensitivity when they display such fears. Friendly interactions with gentle animals may help to ease their fears, but this should be done in small doses. A child who cries and shows real terror should not be forced to ride or pet a horse. Instead, they should be taken to a therapist who can get at the root of their fears. Symptoms Of The Phobia Phobias trigger the classic symptoms of a panic attack, such as nervousness, sweating, racing heartbeat, and nausea. Treatment for Equinophobia If a phobic person wishes to get over their fears and interact with horses again, they may benefit from one-on-one riding lessons by a patient, highly skilled instructor. They should make their teacher aware of their fears at the outset. As well, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy are options for those who suffer from Equinophobia.

The fear of horses is also referred to as: horse phobias fear of horse phobia name phobia of horses Meaning of Equinophobia Equinophobia Equinophobia or hippophobia is a psychological fear of horses, derived from the Greek word `Phobos`, meaning fear and the Latin word `Equus`, meaning horse. The term hippophobia is also derived from the Greek word `Phobos` and the prefix is derived from the Greek word for horse, `Hippos`. An example of the phobia can be found in Freud`s p... Equinophobia Equinophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of horses. Sufferers of equinophobia experience undue anxiety even when a horse is known to be gentle and well trained. They usually avoid horses entirely rather than risk being kicked, bitten or thrown. They may also fear other hoofed animals such as ponies, donkeys and mules. This type of phobia may b... Definition of Hippophobia Definition of Hippophobia Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Slideshow Hippophobia: An abnormal and persistent fear of horses. Sufferers of this fear experience undue anxiety even when a horse is known to be gentle and well trained.

They usually avoid horses entirely rather than risk being kicked, bitten or thrown. They may also fear other hoofed animals such as ponies, donkeys and mules. This type of phobia may be triggered by a fall from a horse (which is probably why it is said that, after a fall from a horse, one should get right back on). "Hippophobia" is derived from the Greek "hippos" (horse) and "phobos" fear. "Hippos" has given us the English word "hippodrome," the oval-shaped racecourses in ancient Greece and Rome where horse and chariot races took place. "Hippodrome" can also refer to any building or arena of the present or past designed for circuses, games and other entertainments. An alternate name for fear of horses is "equinophobia," a hybrid word (one that is composed of roots from different languages). It is derived from the Latin "equus" (horse) and Greek "phobos" (fear). "Equus" also gives us the English words "equoid" and "equine" (resembling a horse).

Talipes equinovarus is the common form of clubfoot in which the heel is elevated (like a horse's) and turned inward. Last Editorial Review: 6/14/2012

Question: Equinophobia is the abnormal fear of which animals?
Answer: Horses