Potamophobia is the fear of running water, typically rivers or streams. This phobia can be debilitating for those who suffer from it and impact their daily lives. There are several synonyms for potamophobia, including hydromania, aquaphobia, and limnophobia. Hydromania is the fear of water in general, while aquaphobia specifically refers to a fear of water-based activities like swimming. Limnophobia is the fear of lakes and ponds. Other related phobias include thalassophobia, the fear of the ocean, and hydrophobia, the fear of water due to rabies. Despite these different terms, those who suffer from any water-related phobia may experience similar symptoms, such as panic attacks, shaking, and avoidance of water-based activities.