2. The Locational Pooper
The second type of popper is the locational pooper. These folks don’t care what time it is, it’s all about where they are. If it’s not home turf, it’s a no-go. Public restrooms, office stalls, or a friend’s sparkling-clean guest bathroom? Forget it.
Why? Dr. Levy says the root is often poop anxiety, a common but rarely talked-about issue. For some, it’s the fear of being overheard, judged, or simply feeling exposed, for doing the “doo” in public. For others, it’s about cleanliness and comfort. Dr. Levy told SELF that there are people “who have a fear of defecating in unfamiliar places because of the cleanliness.” Either way, stress gets in the way, making it physically harder to go.
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