ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Scopophobia

Scopophobia is a big word that means being really scared and uncomfortable when people look at you or watch you. Just imagine you are playing with your toys and your parents are watching you, but you don't want them to. This feeling is called scopophobia. Some people have this feeling all the time, even when they are just sitting in a class or walking down the street. It can make them very anxious and scared, and they may worry a lot about what other people think of them. But it's important to remember that everyone has their own fears and worries, and that it's ok to feel uncomfortable sometimes. We just need to have the courage to face our fears and learn how to handle them.