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... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling > physical and mental health > culture-bound syndromes > taijin kyofusho
... > social science subjects > psychology > applied psychology > cross-cultural psychology > multicultural psychology > indigenous concerns > culture-bound syndromes > taijin kyofusho
... > social science subjects > psychology > cross-cultural psychology > multicultural psychology > indigenous concerns > culture-bound syndromes > taijin kyofusho

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taijin kyofusho  

Definition

  • Taijin kyofusho is used by the Japanese and is also referred to as “anthrophobia.” The term taijin refers to “interpersonal” and kyofusho means phobia or fear. Individuals experiencing this illness report that their body parts or body functions may offend, embarrass, or displease others. [Source: Dictionary of Multicultural Psychology: Issues, Terms, and Concepts; Taijin Kyofusho]

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