ergasiophobia

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ergasiophobia

an abnormal fear of work.
See also: Work
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Anyone who suffers with this abnormal and persistent fear, also known as Ergasiophobia, avoids any type labor or even the concept of finding employment.
It's called ERGASIOPHOBIA and a surprising number of men suffer from CALIGYNEPHOBIA - a fear of beautiful women.
ERGASIOPHOBIA Fear of work is a real condition, with psychologists believing that it could point to an underlying mental health problem.
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