Paruresis

Paruresis - shy bladder syndrome
A person with paruresis finds it difficult or impossible to urinate (wee) when other people are around.

Is paruresis hereditary?
There is some evidence indicating that paruresis might be hereditary.

Avoidant paruresis (also known as 'bashful bladder' syndrome or psychogenic urinary retention) is a social anxiety disorder that involves the inability to pass urine in the presence of others.

Paruresis
Definition The inability to urinate in the presence of others.

International Paruresis Association, Inc. - Support Group
International Paruresis Association, Inc. - Anxiety Attacks / Phobias / Agoraphobia - Support Group
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See also: Kidney, Symptom, Cancer, Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence