What is myrmecophobia? Telangana woman’s suicide linked to rare phobia of ants

A 25-year-old woman in Telangana’s Sangareddy district allegedly died by suicide, reportedly due to her lifelong myrmecophobia, an intense fear of ants. Despite undergoing counseling, she panicked upon seeing ants while cleaning. This tragic event highlights the severe impact of specific phobias and the need for greater awareness and early psychological support.