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The fear of traveling is known as hodophobia.
Some people fear the chaos and confusion that they experience when they travel.
You may also experiencegastrointestinal distressand headaches.
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There can be a flood ofworry-thoughtsand emotional symptoms of fear, dread, and panic.
Hodophobia often makes it difficult to perform the necessary tasks involved in a trip.
Phobias Related to Hodophobia
Hodophobia is sometimes confused withagoraphobia, but there are important differences.
In agoraphobia, the specific fear is of being trapped during a panic attack.
In hodophobia, the specific fear is of the travel itself.
The difference is subtle and may be difficult to recognize.
Hodophobia is often linked to a variety of other disorders.
you’re able to also talk to your doctor about taking medication in addition to psychotherapy.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
But, you may be missing out on special occasions, important opportunities, and extra joy in life.
Getting a travel partner can be particularly helpful.
