Globophobia
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Globophobia is a fear of balloons.[1] In some cases, the fear is of balloons in general, while in others the object of fear is the sound produced when balloons pop (phonophobia).[2] Globophobics tend to avoid parties and special occasions such as birthday parties, weddings, or any other festivities that may involve balloons as decorations[citation needed]. Globophobia is uncommon, but sufferers include Emilie Crate, Oprah Winfrey,[3] So Ji-sub,[4] and Doug Stanhope.[5] Generally, globophobics will refuse to touch, feel, or go near a balloon for fear it will pop.[6][7] Globophobics tend not to trust people who have a balloon in their hand or anywhere near them, especially children.[citation needed]
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