Ailments & Conditions

15 Most Common Forms of Phobia

Aquaphobia

Another common type of phobia is aquaphobia, which is the fear of water, including deep lakes, oceans, rivers, or even wet areas. Most people with this condition often avoid participating in water-based activities such as swimming, fishing, or boating. In severe cases, they might feel afraid of being under the rain, taking showers, bathing, or being splashed with water. Some common symptoms include inabilities to move or difficulty breathing. Also, they are often obsessed with drowning, even when there are no real threats. [15]