amnesiphobia

Amnesiphobia is the fear of amnesia, which is the loss of memories, information, and experiences.

Fear of amnesia

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Experiencing memory loss Traumatic events Witnessing someone with amnesia

coping strategies

Mindfulness techniques
Journaling to record important memories
Seeking professional help for memory concerns

risk factors

  • • Personal or family history of memory disorders
  • • Traumatic brain injury
  • • High stress levels

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of forgetting important information has been a common theme in literature and media.

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