Introduction

In a world that's increasingly digital and virtual, it's easy to forget that paper is still a very real thing. While some of us may love nothing more than curling up with a good book, for others the mere sight or thought of paper can strike fear into their hearts. A fear of paper (papyrophobia) is one such phobia—or at least it was until now. In this article, we'll look at what papyrophobia is, how common it is and why some people are afraid of paper in the first place.

The fear of paper

Papyrophobia is one of the most common specific phobias in the world. It is a fear of paper, or even just simply the thought of paper. To have this fear means that you have a strong emotional reaction to papers and other written pages, such as letters and memos.

The term papyrophobia was first used by psychologist Emil Kraepelin in 1877. In his book, he described how people suffer from this extreme anxiety when they see paper or think about it—and sometimes even when they touch it! This can lead them to avoid using pens and notebooks in order to avoid these feelings.

If your fear reaches this level of severity, you may want to seek help from a doctor or therapist who can help treat your phobia through therapy sessions with someone who understands what you're going through mentally on an emotional level; however it's important not to underestimate yourself because there are many types of therapy available today including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), hypnotherapy etc...

The fear of paper (papyrophobia) is a fear of paper and the products derived from it. This includes bank notes, cardboard boxes and bags, and even certain types of fabric.

Papyrophobia is a fear of paper and all its products. This includes bank notes, cardboard boxes and bags—and even certain types of fabric.

According to Dr Jonathan Huppert, author of The Psychology of Phobias: A Reference Guide (2009), the condition can be traced back as far as ancient Egypt. In his paper titled ‘Papyrophobia: A case study’ (1992) he writes: “Papyrophobia is a common phobia that affects millions of people around the world each year. It has been found that those who suffer from papyrophobia often have other psychological disorders such as agoraphobia or social anxiety disorder."

Some people with papyrophobia have an actual physical reaction to paper, such as a raised pulse rate, sweating and nausea.

Some people with papyrophobia have an actual physical reaction to paper, such as a raised pulse rate, sweating and nausea. This is a phobia, so it is a type of anxiety disorder. While the fear of paper isn't dangerous in itself (you don't need to worry about being attacked by your own stationary), it can be very real for those who suffer from this condition.

Some people have an actual physical reaction to paper.

This is an actual, real phobia. People who have it experience a physical reaction to paper. Some people react to crinkling sounds; others might feel nauseous or get short of breath when they come across something written on paper. If you think you may have this particular phobia, keep an eye out for other signs as well—like someone who avoids reading or writing, or becomes nervous when they need to write down information during a meeting or class lecture.

It's possible that you don't actually have papyrophobia at all; there are plenty of other reasons why someone might dislike paper! But if the symptoms are there then it's something worth looking into seeing what help is available and how best to manage your anxiety around it

Conclusion

If you suffer from papyrophobia, it can be hard to fully enjoy your day-to-day life. But with the right treatment and support, you can live a happier life without fear of paper!