All about Aichmophobia

Sharp objects cause some concern in people. Any sane person understands that dangerous metal tools can harm your health. You can get hurt about them and bring an infection into the body. However, a normal person will not arrange a whole tragedy out of this. He perfectly understands that without needles and knives, everyday life will become unbearable, therefore, without unnecessary fears he picks up the necessary objects in his hands and uses them for their intended purpose, in contrast to the Aichmophobe.

Eichmophobia is deciphered as follows: from the Greek language aichme is translated as "spearhead", and the word phobos means "fear." So called common disorder, which makes it difficult to use the necessary sharp objects, such as knives, pins and even pencils. This is a rather specific type of phobia and, as a rule, not a separate disease.

It consists of what surrounds the child and what happens to him (illness, injuries, fears, pain). Most commonly, injuries occur. Children break their knees, prick limbs on sharp objects. It is at this point that adults begin to fuss and express concerns that an infection might have got into the wound. Often in the hospital they give tetanus shots, which are very painful.

Around this situation there is always fuss and some panic. Naturally, that the child is in some shock at this moment. Then the physical wounds heal quite quickly, but the experienced fear can remain for life.It often happens that trauma happens very often, and every time everything repeats: mother’s lamentations, going to the doctor and a tetanus shot. And these moments can cause echymophobia in the future.

However, this does not always happen and not with all children. Some grow in "greenhouse conditions", while others "like weeds in the field." These are the guys whose parents did not pay attention to bruises and abrasions, who might not even know that there is such a terrible disease as tetanus. And this means that they think little about the fact that they can cut themselves or prick themselves at the tip of a knife or needle.

Of course, there is some fear in their minds, but it is rather caused by a sense of self-preservation and common sense. No one will deny that knives and forks must be handled extremely carefully so as not to harm themselves and others. Unlike sane people, an eichmophobe will express his fear openly when he sees sharp objects. Moreover, he will not even be able to explain the reason for his panic condition because his fear is irrational. And the state of Aichmophobia causes alertness and requires treatment.

It is carried out by a specialist, a true professional in his field. To do this, he needs to conduct a detailed examination and discuss mental and mental symptoms. If the child needs help, then parents are invited to talk to accurately identify the problem. And all this happens because children themselves are not able to describe exactly their emotional state.

It must be remembered that there are phobias (for example, fear of clowns) that do not interfere with the life of a simple person. Another thing is when a phobia prevents you from living a full life.

Eichmophobia is just the case that needs to be addressed as quickly as possible. A patient with this kind of fear cannot lead a full life due to domestic troubles. He cannot even cut bread for himself for dinner. And it’s not worth talking about the preparation of barbecue - to do this, you need to cut the meat with a sharp knife and string it on sharp skewers. If you notice in yourself or your loved ones such fears that lead to panic, then you need to pay attention to this. Phobias that are irrational can and should be addressed in a timely manner.

Fear of needles, cutting objects, of course, is a phobia. Any irrational fears are associated with the development of phobias. Such fears are beyond explanation. A person simply begins to experience a state that he cannot take control of. Then we can talk about persistent disease. And if an individual at the sight of sharp iron objects begins to panic, then he may have the following symptoms:

• a strong desire to run away or urgently remove a source that causes fear;
• fussiness and actions that are not amenable to logic, constant anxiety;
• blood pressure begins to increase, the pulse quickens, interruptions with a heart rhythm may begin;
• breathing becomes confused;
• a feeling of horror begins;
• dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting;
• trembling in the limbs;
• change of skin.

Observing all these manifestations, we can say that a person is subjected to attacks of eichophobia.

Of course, a strong-willed person can cope with an obsessive state without resorting to the help of specialists. To do this, you will need the following.

• Avoid traumatic moments in your life. Let your nervous system rest. Take a vacation and take a trip.
• If obsessive thoughts come to mind, then try not to drive them away from you. Just put up with what they are. The more you fight fears by forcibly removing them from your head, the more they overcome you.
• Obsessive thoughts must be taken with complete calm. Yes, they are, but these thoughts should not be taken as a sign from above. Obsessive thoughts have nothing to do with foreboding and intuition.
• Try replacing irrational fears with rational thoughts. Come up with a plan "just in case" if a nuisance happens. In the case of Eichmophobia, you can think of actions that will help you avoid the consequences of injuring yourself with a needle or knife. For example, always keep green bromide or iodine near with which you can treat the wound.
• Record thoughts when you are afraid. Then set your notes aside. After a while, when you calm down, read what you wrote. Perhaps your fears will seem absurd and stupid to you.
• Look more often in the face of your fear. Put knives, forks, pencils on the table. Touch them with your hands. Then hold the objects and inspect carefully. Most likely, you will no longer be able to experience strong fear, as you will be ready for its manifestation.
• Yoga will help restore peace of mind.
• Autotraining is also a very good stimulant to restore mental state.
• A shower or a warm bath will help relax the nervous system.

If you feel that you cannot get rid of the phobia using these methods, then consult a specialist. The cognitive-behavioral therapy that is offered to you will help change your thoughts and attitude. Specifically, to fears of cutting and piercing objects. As a result, your anxiety rates will decrease. Also good help practice deep breathing, complete muscle relaxation. A complete reorientation of your consciousness will occur.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy involves desensitization in its approach. The patient completely gets used to the frightening subject and gradually begins to use needles and knives in everyday life. You can resort to a more radical method, when there is immediate contact with the object of fear. The individual stays close until anxiety decreases.

In more severe cases, are prescribed medications. They eliminate panic attacks. These include benzopropylene, beta-blockers. These drugs reduce excessive stimulation of emotions and help to cope with anxiety. However, one must remember that This type of drug should be prescribed by a doctor.

An experienced specialist can offer to get rid of ahmophobia using hypnosis. When a patient enters into a trance, a type of behavior is imposed on him that will favorably affect his subsequent well-being. There is no need to refuse such a method as physiotherapy (this is treatment with the help of current, wave radiation). They help to relax a mental state and restore energy balance.

Various massages also help to establish inner harmony. Do not give up water procedures. Swimming in the pool has a beneficial effect on muscle tone and the state of the nervous system. However, like physical exercises in the gym, as well as jogging over long distances.