alliumphobia
Alliumphobia is the fear of garlic. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety or fear when in contact with garlic or even the thought of it.
Fear of garlic
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Sight or smell of garlic
Consumption of garlic-containing foods
coping strategies
Avoidance of garlic
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to garlic
risk factors
- • Negative past experiences involving garlic
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of specific foods like garlic has existed for centuries and is often rooted in cultural beliefs or personal experiences.
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