Is it normal that the thought of wearing socks gives me panic attacks

I cannot stand wearing socks. It goes beyond dislike. The mere thought of putting them on gives me a mild panic attack and makes me sick to my stomach. If I have to wear them, I feel like I'm going to burst into tears and/or start screaming uncontrollably. Shoes aren't my favorite thing either, but as long as they're somewhat open, I can deal (NO tennis shoes). I have the same reaction to turtlenecks and to sweaters that have binding at the wrists. I couldn't stand wearing pants for a very, very long time (like, college). For some reason, though, I can handle tights ok as long as it's cold outside (preferable to wear a skirt or a dress with tights than to wear pants or jeans). My mom says I've always been like this, and that as a kid she couldn't keep socks or shoes on my feet to save her life. This can't be normal, can it?

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18% Normal
Based on 56 votes (10 yes)
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  • aussiewolf

    i cant wear matching socks... just a weird ocd i guess.

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    • howaminotmyself

      I love mismatched socks!

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  • Avant-Garde

    It sounds like a phobia.

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  • psycho_logy

    Just as with any phobia or OCD you have your very own "brand". Everyone has their own ticks or quirks. Yours is probably even less weird than some others out there. As for what to do with this. As long as you have found ways to cope with it to observe cultural norms than i say you are good to go. If it ever starts to interfere with your quality of life.. you of course can get help with it.

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  • gako

    You guys are werid. Seriously!

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  • emilio

    ocd lol

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  • BoredGuy

    normal I get same feeling with any clothing

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  • dappled

    When I wear shoes that are too tight for me to splay my toes, I do sometimes feel a feeling concern like a very mild panic attack that I have to get those shoes off my feet.

    I don't think you'll get many people agreeing with you, but I do partially understand.

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