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• Arachnophobia is defined as the fear of spiders.Earthlife: Fear of Spiders Some people think that people with arachnophobia have irrational fears. However, arachnophobiacs believe their fears are precedented. In the presence of spiders, a person with the phobia may experience a panic attack.

• Fast Facts

  1. Alternate name: Fear of spiders
  2. Term stems from the Greek word arachne
  3. A type of phobia
  4. More common in womenEarthlife: Fear of Spiders

• History

  Arachnophobia can be traced back to the Dark Ages, when spiders were thought to be the culprits behind food and water contamination. Additionally, people believed that the Bubonic Plague was caused by spiders.Health Guidance: Fear of Spiders (Arachnophobia

• Symptoms in Presence of Spiders

  • Sweating
  • Elevated heart beat
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Quickened breathing

• Disclaimer

  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult a physician for information on arachnophobia.

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