aulophobia

Aulophobia is the fear of flutes. Individuals with this phobia may experience anxiety, panic, or distress when exposed to or thinking about flutes.

Fear of flutes

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Seeing a flute Hearing flute music Thinking about flutes

coping strategies

Slow breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to flutes

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experience involving flutes
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of specific musical instruments like flutes has been documented throughout history in individuals with sensitivities to sound or music.

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