Gen_ki 11,021 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I have entomophobia, or the fear of insects, to be specific, roaches. My mom looks down on me, sometimes because of it. I can't help myself. I am afraid of them. Is it normal for people in their 20s to have a fear of something as harmless as a roach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seramazu 214 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 isn't everyone afraid of roaches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YEOJU 4,405 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 It's completely normal to be afraid of insects. Or anything, really. Every person is a complex maze of feelings and emotions, which means we are all different. Your mother shouldn't look down on you for it, many people are afraid of them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schitstainz 1,562 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'm not afraid, but very annoyed. I hate camping, 'cause I hate being around so many trees and bushes; simply because I don't want any insects or bugs crawling up my leg, dropping in on my food, or flying into my mouth when I am speaking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubberDuckyTai 2,731 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Seriously though...I have the same problem with cockroaches (to the point of passing out and/or crying when I see one), so don't feel bad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyHill's Comeback 2,080 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 No I'm afraid of roaches too I'm pretty damn sure they're the reason for the holocaust and the stock market crash they need to be destroyed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun☼Shine 4,273 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I had it when I was a little girl. It got so bad that I really couldn't go out doors in the spring and summer. Eventually the fear grew into hate of them, but then they found out that the because of my sensitive ears I just really hated the buzzing. But it's okay. Everyone has something they're afraid of. The important thing is that it doesn't stop you from living your life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totoro 752 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Nothing wrong. Roaches are Satan's pets and should all be exterminated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezgiT 3,098 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 im scared of spiders nothing wrong with it, your mum should be proud that your reacting like a normal person tbh! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetjohoney 2,980 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Roaches are the fucking devil. They need to die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitaraMVP 1,107 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 no, it's normal. I'm the same way too, but not as bad. I just dont want them on me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aripod 2,721 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Seriously though...I have the same phobia (to the point of passing out and/or crying when I see one), so don't feel bad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honey Thighs 7,431 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 just reading this topic gave me chills and in the bad way. I don't like insects and I usually jump at he sight of a cochroach too.. when I used to live at home and saw a spider I would always call my sister over to kill it for me #wimp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teru 22,363 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 seems like a more common phobia, age has nothing to do with it really Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sane 16,342 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 Bugs aren't harmless, they are pure concentrated evil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinky 15,878 Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 i hate flying cockroaches with passion i'm okay when they're crawling around, but when they flew, it's a different story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Wine 1,540 Posted February 14, 2014 Share Posted February 14, 2014 My roach phobia was so bad that when I was little and there was one in the room, even if it was dead, I'd run out of the room or climb up on top of something crying and screaming for somebody to get it. If one showed up in my room, even after my parents got it, I'd stay awake with anxiety for hours. It got worse when we moved to Florida since ALL THE BUGS ARE GIANT AND PRESENT YEAR-ROUND. Thankfully, I've outgrown the worst of it, but they still make me visibly sick if I look at one. Don't be ashamed, but get someone to help you through it if you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nini Bear 3,530 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 It's completely normal. Such phobias are not just for kids imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nini Bear 3,530 Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 double post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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