--- In unusualphobias@yahoogroups.com, "shroomwell" <shroomwell@y...>
wrote:
>
> I have an abnormal anxiety of the sound of chewing. I can deal with
> it in public, but not in private with my family (the only ones who
> know about it). Also I cannot stand gum chewing, when in public
> places and I see someone chewing gum, I'll go out of my way to avoid
> that person. I hate being stuck on a bus or airplane near someone
> chewing gum. It makes me very anxious, although not a panic
attack,
I
> am extremely on edge and annoyed.
> Am I the only one out there like this. Sometimes I feel as though
it
> is controlling my life. I am not able to have normal relationships
> with women.
> Any advice would be great, but I am really just looking for support.
>
> Thanks

Hi,

I can identify with you and know exactly what you are feeling. There
are many others like you. You may find this message board helpful
and
supportive:
http://www.sector404.org/archives/2002/09/25/is_th
ere_a_gumchewing_etiq
uette.php

Good luck and write me anytime. Smither4u