What causes a phobia of monkeys?

I like monkeys. But in places, such as Bali and Delhi, where monkeys have grown accustomed to or overwhelmed by people, they sometimes steal hats, glasses, bags, and food, of course. In some places, they are hungry. read more

Especially ‘Rheus’ monkeys which causes me to react with acute anxiety and fear and in worst situation bouts of literally losing ability to shout for help. Took me many years and lot of midnight nightmares to come out of it. read more

Genetic and environmental factors can cause phobias. Children who have a close relative with an anxiety disorder are at risk of developing a phobia. Distressing events, such as nearly drowning, can bring on a phobia. Exposure to confined spaces, extreme heights, and animal or insect bites can all be sources of phobias. read more

← Back to: List of phobias. Pithecophobia (from Greek pithekos, "ape", "monkey") is the fear of apes and monkeys. Sufferers are afraid that apes or monkeys can come and attack them, so they would limit going outdoors, while severe sufferers would not leave the home at all. read more