On “What’s Trending”, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss germophobia and its potential connection to OCD.
What is Germophobia?
Intense, sometimes irrational fear of germs.
COVID-19 and Heightened Germ Awareness
The pandemic understandably made many people more cautious about germs.
Managing Germophobia
Start by challenging negative thoughts about germs. Remind yourself that these thoughts are fueled by fear, not reality.
