Mephitophobia

Mephitophobia (from Latin mephitis, "noxious vapor" as given off by skunks), or simply skunkphobia, is the fear of s. Though skunks aren't harmful, its odor they give out is strong and unpleasant, which is an effective trigger of fear. They may have gotten sprayed by them, leaving skunk odor on the clothes and on the body, or they just smelled the spray from the distance even though they didn't get sprayed. Mephitophobes would tend to avoid going outdoors except when seldom necessary while not opening windows in the residence. The remedy for Skunk odor is a mixture of 1 quart of 3-percent hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, and 1 teaspoon liquid dishwashing soap.