cheliphobia

Cheliphobia is the fear of eels.

Fear of eels

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

common triggers

Encountering eels in person or in media

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to eel-related stimuli

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences involving eels
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from negative experiences with eels or cultural influences

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