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PHOBIA DIRECTORY
A–Z list of phobias, fears and their meanings
Explore our extensive A–Z directory of phobias and fears, bringing together clear meanings, alternative names and name origins in one searchable resource. Search by phobia name, object, situation or everyday experience, and explore specialist guides for a deeper understanding of the fears that matter to you.
PHOBIA NAMES & MEANINGS
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Letter: N
Nanophobia: fear of very short stature
A fear of very short stature can affect public places, work and social situations involving people of noticeably short stature. It may lead to avoidance, discomfort or withdrawal that interferes with ordinary interaction and where you feel able to go.
- Possible triggers
- Encountering an image or person of very short stature. This illustrates the recorded meaning, not a reason to regard anyone as threatening.
- Name origin
- From Greek nanos (dwarf) and -phobia.
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- 01Complete guide
A clear starting point and routes into the full topic.
- 02Symptoms
Physical sensations, thoughts, attention and avoidance.
- 03Causes
Possible pathways and what may keep the fear going.
- 04Treatment
Established and complementary approaches explained carefully.
- 05Recovery
What meaningful progress and greater freedom may involve.
- 06Questions and facts
Practical answers and useful phobia-specific context.
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