10 Of The Strangest Types Of Sexual Phobias You Can't Guess

It is one of the most profound and dazzling experiences, something that people say ends up making them feel out of this world. And while it could be all of this and more for most people, there are also some who just aren't thrilled with the idea of sex and feel awful. Now, this is not a "how are you going to feel" or "I'm nervous" kind of horror, but a fear that almost stops you on your way to go further. We are talking about sexual phobias that are known to be a real phenomenon, which makes the appearance of sex not only scary, but also terrifying. Just as some people fear the dark, there are a few who fear what usually happens in the dark, if you know what I mean ... And since you can't really explain fear or where it comes from, only people who experience it can identify with that feeling. Here are some of the most common types of sexual phobias that people can experience:

1. Gynophobia

This is the fear of sexual intercourse. People with this phobia may feel comfortable being intimate, and even doing so, but once things escalate towards home, they prefer to go home. Enjoying penetrative sex is what scares them.

2. Gymnophobia

People with gymnophobia are afraid of throwing their clothes in front of anyone, because nudity makes them extremely uncomfortable. Whether they are stripping or with their partner, the act of the nudists scares them.

3. Erotophobia

This is a broader phobia on the list, in which people fear the whole topic and have sex. For them, even the thought, people, and conversations about doing this create fear in their heads, leading them to abstain altogether.

4. Chiraptophobia

People with chiraptophobia are afraid of being touched. And that doesn't just mean sexual or intimate, but sometimes even a casual brushing or pat on the back will freak them out and make them anxious.

5. Phalophobia

As the name implies, this means having a penis phobia. And before you wonder, yes, men and women can try it. Women will be afraid to touch or even see your penis, while men may fear an erection because an erect penis can bother them.

6. Eurofobia

This implies fear of the vagina and, like pharaohobia, this is also common in both men and women. Women and men with this phobia are afraid of touching or indulging in anything sexual related to the vagina.

7. Philemaphobia

Although all phobias are described as irrational, and so are they, this phobia is still largely understood. Mycophobia means having a phobia of kissing for fear of transmitting / infecting germs. Although fear only restricts the act of kissing and not allowing sex.

8. Medolacuphobia

This signifies the fear of losing an erection, a phobia that many men with erectile dysfunction also experience. In this case, men tend to feel so anxious and pressured for performance that they fear losing an erection during intercourse.

9. Agoraphobia

This phobia is a type of anxiety disorder in which a person may fear falling into a situation that makes them feel trapped, threatened, helpless, or ashamed. Phobias that usually develop in victims of sexual assault Likewise, people who suffer from it tend to avoid any situation or place that makes them feel vulnerable.

10. Fetophobia

A somewhat unusual and less frequently heard type of phobia that occurs when people are afraid of girls, especially if they are virgins. Living with a bit of irrationality, this phobia makes it difficult for people to leave the house without worrying about approaching girls.