angionophobia
Angionophobia is the fear of heart attacks, which falls under ataxophobia (fear of disorder) and pathophobia (fear of disease). Individuals with angionophobia experience intense anxiety or fear related to the possibility of suffering a heart attack.
Fear of Heart attacks (Branch of ataxophobia and pathophobia)
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Physical exertion
Chest pain
Heart palpitations
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Education about heart health
risk factors
- • Family history of heart disease
- • Personal experience of heart-related problems
- • High levels of stress
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of heart attacks can be exacerbated by increased awareness of heart health and media coverage of heart-related issues.
related phobias
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