barophobia
Barophobia is the fear of gravity.
Fear of gravity
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Feeling the pull of gravity
Thinking about the concept of gravity
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to gravity-related situations
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience related to gravity
- • Predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The term barophobia is derived from the Greek word 'barys' meaning 'heavy'.
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