Bibliophobia is an unusual phobia of books.
Metrophobia, or fear of poetry, is another subtype of bibliophobia.
At a Glance
For many people, opening a book can feel daunting.
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It may conjure up memories of trying to decipher Shakespeare and being stuck in school all day.
If you hate reading, that’s not a phobia.
You may fear the stories themselves.
If you have bibliophobia, you may shake, sweat or cry when having to read.
Your doctor ormental health professionalwill work with you to develop a treatment plan that fits your needs.
At no time will you be forced to progress at a faster pace than you feel comfortable with.
It’s also used for conditions like PTSD and OCD.
This continual exposure will help you better overcome your phobia in the long run.
There’s a reason “face your fears” is such a common saying.
