carcerophobia
Carcerophobia is the fear of prison or being imprisoned.
Fear of prison
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Being in or near a prison, watching movies or reading about prison life, legal troubles
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from loved ones
risk factors
- • History of trauma or abuse
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from past traumatic experiences or societal views on incarceration
related phobias
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