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There is a medical condition called gelotophobia—fear of being laughed at — tough break in a world full of memes.

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Gelotophobia describes anxiety and distress related to being laughed at or ridiculed. People with it may misinterpret laughter as hostile, which can increase social avoidance and stress.

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