What is another word for haphephobia?
Pronunciation: [hˌafɪfˈə͡ʊbi͡ə] (IPA) 
Haphephobia is the fear of being touched or touching others. There are a few synonyms for this term, such as aphephobia and hapnophobia. Some people may also refer to this fear as tacophobia, which encompasses a broader fear of bodily contact. Additionally, some related phobias include chirophobia (fear of hands), cheirophobia (fear of touching the hands of others), and heterophobia (fear of being touched by the opposite sex). Haphephobia can have a significant impact on a person's daily life, and it may require professional intervention to overcome. Therapy, medication, and exposure therapy are all potential treatment options.
