anagnosmaphobia
Anagnosmaphobia is the fear of reading, which can manifest as an intense anxiety or avoidance towards reading materials.
Fear of reading
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing written text
Being asked to read aloud
Encountering complex or unfamiliar words
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to reading materials
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist
risk factors
- • Traumatic reading-related experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of reading may stem from past negative experiences related to reading or difficulties with literacy.
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