noun
- Plural of osmophobia; irrational or excessive fears of smells or odors.
Usage: Medical/psychological term; Typically used in clinical or therapeutic contexts
Examples
- Some patients with osmophobias experience anxiety when exposed to strong perfumes.
- The therapist worked with clients whose osmophobias interfered with their daily activities.
- Osmophobias can develop after a traumatic experience involving a particular smell.
- People with osmophobias may avoid certain public spaces or social gatherings.
- Treatment for osmophobias often involves gradual exposure therapy.